Melinda Cooper
Fitchburg
Summary
New-grad RN with experience offering comprehensive patient care through clinical experiences under the supervision of nursing instructors. Currently working as an LPN at a skilled nursing facility. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Skilled in providing compassionate, prompt and organized direct care. Will work to ensure the safety and quality of life for all patients.
Available for full-time RN position starting June 3, 2024.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Student, Clinical Transition, Psych B6/5
UW Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided emotional support to patients
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
RN Student, Advanced Clinical Practice, Oncology
St. Mary's Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
RN Student, Intermediate Clinical, Cardiac Unit
St. Mary's Hospital 5E
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Skilled in using nursing electronic health records and computer documentation.
- Participated in clinical training, seminars and other educational offerings to develop knowledge and skill levels.
- Responded and followed up to needs of patient population to foster comfortable and safe environment.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Administered medications via oral and IV, IV Cath insertion.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic services.
RN Student, Intro Clinical Long Term Care/Med-Surg
VA Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Helped residents perform their daily living activities in a safe and caring manner.
- Documented their activities for the day, nutritional intake and elimination.
- Provided patients with help walking, exercising and repositioning.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
RN Student, Lifespan Clinical Care, Ortho Unit
St. Mary's Hospital 3SW
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Supported ambulation and activities of daily living.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
RN Student, Intro to Clinical Practice - Ortho/Rehabilitation
Oak Park Place
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Nursing Assistant Student - Memory Care Unit
Coventry Health Care
07.2017 - 07.2017
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Associates Degree (RN) - Nursing
Madison College 2015 - 2024
Madison03.2024
Graduate Student - Counseling
Lakeland College
Madison, WI2013
Graduate Student - School of Social Work - 18 Credits
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI1997
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.1996
Skills
- Compassionate caregiver
- Strong work ethic
- Motivated
- Team player
- Trained in safe medication administration
- Highly skilled at problem solving
- Excellent communication skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Measuring Medication Dosages
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Health Promotion
- Pain Assessment
- Adaptable and Flexible
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). March 31, 2023
- CPR and AED certified through American Heart Association.
- Youth Mental Health First Aid USA.
- UW IPE Motivational Interviewing Badge October 6, 2023
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nazareth Health and Rehabilitation Center - August 2023 - Present
Stoughton, WI
- Administer medications to residents in accordance with their care plan.
- Perform treatments as assigned, per physician's orders, within scope of practice.
- Accurately report and record the resident’s condition and care including signs and symptoms which may reflect a change in condition.
Health Office Assistant - Rome Corners Intermediate School - August 2022 - June 2023
Oregon School District
- Administer medications.
- Monitor students w/asthma.
- Respiratory Assessments.
- Monitor Diabetic students.
- Administer insulin as needed per individual care plans.
- Follow health plan orders and emergency health plans as prepared by building RN.
- Administer Covid tests.
- Maintain electronic health record.
- Treat minor scrapes, abrasions and superficial wounds.
- Educate teachers on when to send students to the health office.
- Communicate with parents when students need to be sent home and when they should remain at school.
- Pain assessments.
- Refer students w/mental health concerns to school counselors.
Health Office Assistant - Summer School - July 2022
Oregon School District
- Administer medications.
- Treat minor injuries.
- Monitor blood pressure for indicated students.
- Follow emergency health care plans for designated students.
- Monitor students w/asthma.
- Communicate with summer school administration and teachers as needed.
- Communicate w/parents of students as needed.
- Maintain electronic health record.
Timeline
RN Student, Clinical Transition, Psych B6/5
UW Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
RN Student, Advanced Clinical Practice, Oncology
St. Mary's Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023
RN Student, Intermediate Clinical, Cardiac Unit
St. Mary's Hospital 5E
02.2023 - 05.2023
RN Student, Intro Clinical Long Term Care/Med-Surg
VA Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2022
RN Student, Lifespan Clinical Care, Ortho Unit
St. Mary's Hospital 3SW
09.2021 - 10.2021
RN Student, Intro to Clinical Practice - Ortho/Rehabilitation
Oak Park Place
04.2021 - 05.2021
Nursing Assistant Student - Memory Care Unit
Coventry Health Care
07.2017 - 07.2017
Associates Degree (RN) - Nursing
Madison College 2015 - 2024
Graduate Student - Counseling
Lakeland College
Graduate Student - School of Social Work - 18 Credits
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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