Maiken Mest
LPN
Bushkill,PA
Summary
Motivated Practical Nurse with 14 years of health care experience providing patient care in long-term, assisted living, Rehabilitation Center, home care, and hospital administrative functions. Healthcare professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and medical support. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and adapt to evolving medical needs. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Delaware Valley Skilled & Rehabilitation Center
09.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, PT, OT care for patients.
- Take care of short-term rehab residents to heal from stroke, knee and hip replacements, fractures from falls.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
LPN
Nurstat
10.2024 - Current
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
LPN
IntelyCare
Quincy, MA
02.2021 - 10.2024
- Managed patient care by closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for 37 to 47 residents, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and documented results.
- Worked at 14 different facilities for skilled and personal care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
GHR - General Healthcare Resources
Plymouth, Meeting, PA
05.2020 - Current
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared living areas, and nursing stations.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented activities and recorded information in the EMR system.
- WORK with GHR also as a LPN currently unactive due to my currently living location
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delta T Staffing
Allentown, Pennsylvania
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Assisted residents with mobility needs, moving to and from beds, Hoyer lift, gait belts, wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Helped IDD (Intellectual Development Disorder) residents effectively manage ADL, bathing, prep & cook special meals in 8 different group home care settings in varied counties.
- Increased ADL performance in dementia clients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northampton County Gracedale Nursing Home
Nazareth, PA
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Answered call bells and supported patient comfort and safety.
- Complied with all county-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Cared for average of 12-24 patients per shift in skilled facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all resident needs and standards.
Education
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Falcon Institute Of Health & Science
Bethlehem, PA01.2021
Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant
Northampton County Gracedale
Nazareth, PA09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Internet Marketing
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL06.2012
Certification - Medicine Technician
Country Meadows
Allentown, PACertificate - Administrative Partner
Muhlenberg Hospital
Bethlehem, PADiploma - Medical Office Assistance
Ashworth College
Norcross, GASkills
- LPN licensure with State Board of Nurse Examiners
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Behavioral, Dementia, IDD, and Alzheimer's Experience
- Patient-Focused care and Therapeutic Communications
- Adult-Child-Infant CPR, AED
- Electronic Charting: QMAR, PCC, Talu Pro, Matrix
- Chronic Disease Management
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Pain management
- Staff supervision
Timeline
LPN
Nurstat
10.2024 - Current
LPN
Delaware Valley Skilled & Rehabilitation Center
09.2024 - Current
LPN
IntelyCare
02.2021 - 10.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
GHR - General Healthcare Resources
05.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northampton County Gracedale Nursing Home
11.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delta T Staffing
05.2018 - 01.2021
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Falcon Institute Of Health & Science
Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant
Northampton County Gracedale
Bachelor of Science - Internet Marketing
Full Sail University
Certification - Medicine Technician
Country Meadows
Certificate - Administrative Partner
Muhlenberg Hospital
Diploma - Medical Office Assistance
Ashworth College
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