Melinda Gilbert
Richmond,KY
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 10 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Background in clinic and home health.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Caretender Home Health
Richmond , KY
05.2011 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care, wound Vac, and dressing applications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Head to toe assessment with every visit
- Collaborated with physician office on patient care
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
LPN
Little Clinic
Richmond, Kentucky
04.2017 - 10.2019
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered IM injections along with blood draws
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Education
Vocational Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY12.2009
High School Diploma -
Madison Central High School
Richmond, Ky06.1994
Skills
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Wound Dressing
- Lab Specimens and Collections
Timeline
LPN
Little Clinic
04.2017 - 10.2019
LPN
Caretender Home Health
05.2011 - Current
Vocational Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Madison Central High School
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