MARY CANTLER
Melbourne
Summary
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities, and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in ongoing patient support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
YOUR LIFE OF WEST MELBOURNE
Melbourne, FL
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Maintain safety and give medication as ordered. Observation and documentation of changes in mentation.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, promoting timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, improving adherence to treatment protocols.
- Trained and mentored HHA staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
LPN Field Nurse
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care
Melbourne, FL
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient comfort and quality of life.
- Implemented pain management techniques to enhance patient comfort during end-of-life care.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Educated families on disease progression, care options, and emotional support strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure timely interventions and care adjustments.
LPN/HOME HEALTH
Mederi Carentenders
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality and safety.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
LPN/CHARGE NURSE
W. Melbourne Health and Rehab
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, promoting adherence to care protocols.
- Assisted in training new staff members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans as necessary to meet evolving health requirements.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN/CHARGE NURSE
Autumn House
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
LPN/FLOOR NURSE
Melbourne Terrace
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering informed decision-making and compliance.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems to support efficient care delivery.
LPN
Life Care Center of Melbourne
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Floor nurse with supervision of 4-6 CNAs. Direct patient care. Acute rehab and long term care.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Education
Vocational School Certificate - LPN
BCC
12-2009
Vocational School Certificate - CNA
Casel Healthcare Training Center
Melbourne, FL09-2007
Vocational School Certificate - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Essex C. College
Baltimore, MD01-2001
Associate Degree - General Studies
Harford C. College
05-1981
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
LPN
YOUR LIFE OF WEST MELBOURNE
09.2025 - 05.2026
LPN Field Nurse
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care
06.2024 - 09.2025
LPN/HOME HEALTH
Mederi Carentenders
01.2023 - 03.2024
LPN/CHARGE NURSE
W. Melbourne Health and Rehab
06.2022 - 01.2023
LPN/CHARGE NURSE
Autumn House
02.2022 - 06.2022
LPN/FLOOR NURSE
Melbourne Terrace
03.2019 - 10.2019
LPN
Life Care Center of Melbourne
07.2016 - 05.2019
Associate Degree - General Studies
Harford C. College
Vocational School Certificate - LPN
BCC
Vocational School Certificate - CNA
Casel Healthcare Training Center
Vocational School Certificate - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Essex C. College