Melina Lenzi
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Diligent Licensed Practical Nurse with thorough understanding of patient care coordination and medical resource management. Proven track record of successfully managing complex cases and improving patient outcomes through effective care planning. Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal care and support for patients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Case Manager
Community Interactions Inc.
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by identifying potential risks during assessments and implementing targeted interventions to address identified issues.
- Provided care for individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental heath disorders
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive nursing care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted patient satisfaction and quality of care by advocating for their needs in multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Developed strong relationships with community resources, expediting access to needed services for patients and families.
- Strengthened continuity of care across healthcare providers by acting as a liaison between primary care providers, specialists, and other healthcare services.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to home or long-term facilities by effectively coordinating post-discharge support services such as home health visits or rehabilitation appointments.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brandywine Hall Nursing Facility
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Assessing, planning and implementing resident care
- Monitoring 30-40 residents per shift
- Handled all aspects of care including medication administration, lab orders and wound care
- Pharmacological and nonpharmacological management
- Ensured HIPPA compliance
- Point of care testing
- Direct patient care
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Main Line Health Urgent Care
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Evaluate patient needs, prioritized treatment and maintain patient flow
- Provided a broad area of nursing care that included: vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, immunizations, respiratory treatments, drug screenings, annual physicals, pre employment physicals, assisted physicians with wound care and in office procedures, updating charts, office stocking and reordering supplies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
West Chester Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Server
Fellini Cafe of Media
03.2020 - 06.2025
Server
Springfield Diner
03.2015 - 06.2020
Education
Practical Nursing -
Delaware County Technical School
Broomall, PA07.2021
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Delaware County Community College
05-2015
Archbishop Prendergast High School
06-2011
Skills
- Case management
- Memory Care
- Care for individuals with IDD and mental health disorders
- Hospice and Palliative care
- Wound care
- Phlebotomy
- Tracheostomy and Ostomy care
- Nursing skills such as - medication administration, vital signs, assessments, IV therapy, foley insertion, wound vac
- Medication management such as communicating with doctors on any changes, adding medication and discontinuing medication
- Care giver training on: diabetes management, sepsis, dehydration, choking, stroke, medication changes, hoyer lifts, wound care, pre op and post op instructions
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- License # PN316041
- BLS certification 12/22
Timeline
Nursing Case Manager
Community Interactions Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
West Chester Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Main Line Health Urgent Care
01.2023 - 06.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brandywine Hall Nursing Facility
01.2022 - 01.2023
Server
Fellini Cafe of Media
03.2020 - 06.2025
Server
Springfield Diner
03.2015 - 06.2020
Practical Nursing -
Delaware County Technical School
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Delaware County Community College
Archbishop Prendergast High School
Refrences
Brittany Gledhill
Licensed Practical Nurse
267 606 3569
Carin Maxwell
Licensed Practical Nurse
267 593 6311
Dennis Moore
Community Interactions Team Facilitator
267 207 4509
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