Lydia Merioles
New Albany
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Dedicated Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering expert clinical skills and judgment. Delivers top-notch care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Licking Memorial Hospital
Newark
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in diverse clinical settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures and collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging medical situations.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient conditions and needs effectively.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance nursing practices and protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Medical Assistant
Valdez Medical Clinic
Valdez
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and treatment procedures.
- Prepared and maintained medical records using electronic health record systems.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth clinic operations daily.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, OH 08.2021 - 05.2025
Skills
- Administering medications
- Electronic health records
- Patient care planning
- Infection control protocols
- Patient assessment
- Clinical teamwork
- Patients' rights advocacy
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Emotional intelligence
- Crisis management
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Health education
- Patient evaluation
- Clinical judgment
- Documenting vitals
- SBAR communication
- Diabetes management
- HIPAA education
- IV management
- Sanitation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Licking Memorial Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
08.2021 - 05.2025
Medical Assistant
Valdez Medical Clinic
05.2021 - 08.2024