Melinda Deemer
Lucasville,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
REST HAVEN NURSING HOME
2022.09 - 2024.04
- Admitted patients, Facilitated the plan of care, Collected and interpreted patient data, Administered medication and treatments through Point Click Care, Delivered patient education
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
RESTHAVEN NURSING HOME
2021.03 - 2022.09
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Unity 1 Home HealthCare
2020.11 - 2021.03
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Rosemount Pavilion
2019.03 - 2020.09
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
LPN
Signature HealthCARE LLC
2018.03 - 2019.01
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Southern Ohio Correctional Facility
2015.08 - 2018.03
- Fostered strong working relationships with fellow healthcare professionals, corrections officers, and administrators to enhance collaboration and improve overall inmate care.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate records and collaborating closely with healthcare teams.
- Promoted a healthy environment within the correctional facility by enforcing infection control protocols and educating inmates on personal hygiene practices.
- Assisted in reducing recidivism rates by developing educational programs focused on wellness promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management for inmates.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff and other healthcare providers to optimize patient care outcomes.
LPN
Around The Clock
2015.05 - 2015.08
- Contract nurse, Medication administration, Glucose checks, Documentation via e Cw, Assisting RN with emergency care
- Ensured proper administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Fostered strong working relationships with fellow healthcare professionals, corrections officers, and administrators to enhance collaboration and improve overall inmate care.
- Promoted a healthy environment within the correctional facility by enforcing infection control protocols and educating inmates on personal hygiene practices.
LPN
Maxim Home Care
2014.10 - 2015.05
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring, early intervention, and timely communication with healthcare team members.
- Efficiently managed time spent visiting multiple clients daily while ensuring each received comprehensive nursing assessments tailored to their specific medical needs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
- Collaborated with case managers to recommend appropriate community resources for continued patient support after discharge from home health services.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, health management, and self-care techniques for optimal wellbeing.
LPN Supervisor
Heartland of Portsmouth
2006.08 - 2014.11
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
Education
Associate in Science (AS) in Nursing -
University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College
Rio Grande, OH08.2022
Diploma For Licensed Practical Nurse -
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Lucasville, OH08.2011
Diploma in Education -
Northwest High School
McDermott, OH05.2006
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Management
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication Distribution
- Patient Discharge
- Team Coordination
- EMR Systems
- Maintaining privacy
- Chart updating
- Staff Supervision
- HIPAA Education
- Long-Term Care
Certification
- CPR, 10/01/23, 10/01/25
- IV, 10/01/11, Present
- LPN, 10/01/11, 10/01/22
- RN License, 09/01/22, 10/01/25
- Driver's License, 11/01/06, 11/01/24
- RN, 10/01/25, OH
- PN, 08/01/22, OH
Assessments
- Nursing assistant skills, Proficient, 01/01/21, Providing nursing aid to patients using knowledge of relevant equipment and procedures
- Patient-focused care, Proficient, 02/01/22, Responding to patient concerns with sensitivity
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient, 05/01/23, Choosing the most effective strategy to inspire and influence others to meet business objectives
- Filing & organization, Proficient, 01/01/21, Arranging and managing information or materials using a set of rules
- Office manager, Proficient, 11/01/20, Scheduling and budgeting
- Clinical judgment, Proficient, 01/01/21, Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention.
- Home health aide skills, Proficient, 09/01/20, Providing care to patients in a home setting
References
- Chelsie Burford
740-285-8804
chelburford12@gmail.com
- Rolena Clabaugh
740-285-1805 (cell)
740-876-4949 (home)
roeandjoeclabaugh@outlook.com
- JT Keyes
740-961-5997
- Jennifer Cox
740-250-4518
Jblevins2009@gmail.com
- Angie Brown
740-285-8059
adbnurse@yahoo.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
REST HAVEN NURSING HOME
2022.09 - 2024.04
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
RESTHAVEN NURSING HOME
2021.03 - 2022.09
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Unity 1 Home HealthCare
2020.11 - 2021.03
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Rosemount Pavilion
2019.03 - 2020.09
LPN
Signature HealthCARE LLC
2018.03 - 2019.01
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Southern Ohio Correctional Facility
2015.08 - 2018.03
LPN
Around The Clock
2015.05 - 2015.08
LPN
Maxim Home Care
2014.10 - 2015.05
LPN Supervisor
Heartland of Portsmouth
2006.08 - 2014.11
Associate in Science (AS) in Nursing -
University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College
Diploma For Licensed Practical Nurse -
Scioto County Career Technical Center
Diploma in Education -
Northwest High School
- CPR, 10/01/23, 10/01/25
- IV, 10/01/11, Present
- LPN, 10/01/11, 10/01/22
- RN License, 09/01/22, 10/01/25
- Driver's License, 11/01/06, 11/01/24
- RN, 10/01/25, OH
- PN, 08/01/22, OH
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