Melinda Mcmillian
LPN
Alexandria,LA
Summary
Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 8 + years of experience as a medical assistant to an LPN in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. 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. Effective at tracking vitals and responses to treatments, administering medications and transcribing orders. Good relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
NRMC Walk In Clinic
Natchitoches, LA
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Collaborated with doctors and nurse practitioners to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
LPN Unit Manager
Natchitoches Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
NATCHITOCHES, LA
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
- Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
- Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired well-qualified nursing staff.
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
- Devised and introduced initiatives and projects to maintain or improve existing facilities, allowing for maximization of capital component of Medicaid's per diem rate.
- Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
- Offered patients and patrons information on various immunizations including flu, DTaP and HPV vaccines.
LPN
East Grant Community Health Center
Pollock, LA
10.2021 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in ECW to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
LPN CENTER MEDICAL SPECIALIST
Talecris Plasma Resources
ALEXANDRIA, LA
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Tested patients for reactive markers and informed patients of results.
- Registered donors, collected histories and gathered vital signs.
- Responded to and managed adverse events, including providing medications and oxygen to resolve symptoms.
- Administered and filed donor consent forms.
- Educated patients on general health assessment results.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Medical Assistant
Natchitoches Medical Specialist
Natchitoches, LA
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Medical Assistant
Outpatient Medical Centers, Inc
Natchitoches, LA
07.2004 - 09.2013
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Education
Diploma - undefined
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
05.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Northwest Louisiana Technical College
12.2015
Medical Assistant -
National Health Career Associations
10.2012
High School Diploma -
Natchitoches Central High School
Natchitoches, LA10.2011
Skills
- Patient Toileting
- Administrative Support
- Scheduling
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
- IV maintenance and insertion, Foley catheter insertion, performing lab draws
- Administrative Support
- Client
- Documentation
- Inventory
- Scheduling
Timeline
LPN
East Grant Community Health Center
10.2021 - Current
LPN
NRMC Walk In Clinic
11.2020 - 05.2021
LPN Unit Manager
Natchitoches Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
11.2020 - 05.2021
LPN CENTER MEDICAL SPECIALIST
Talecris Plasma Resources
03.2020 - 10.2021
Medical Assistant
Natchitoches Medical Specialist
03.2019 - 08.2019
Medical Assistant
Outpatient Medical Centers, Inc
07.2004 - 09.2013
Diploma - undefined
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Northwest Louisiana Technical College
Medical Assistant -
National Health Career Associations
High School Diploma -
Natchitoches Central High School
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