MELINDA MIRANDA
Columbus,OH
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Clinical Nurse
Global Wellness Clinic
Columbus, Ohio
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Executing full patient assessments
- Providing support to families through education on procedures, regimens prevention and care
- Monitor rehabilitation of patients as per care plan and administer medications
- Managing patients with behavioral problems and handicapping conditions
- Advising patients and family members on diet and other aspects of healthcare
- Giving clients information or resources about nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues
- Administered medications and assessed side effects, successes and failures of new medications.
- Partnered with social workers, counselors and doctors to develop plans of care.
- Assisted in calming patients using recognized best practice techniques with help from assistants and guards.
- Conducted surveillance of patients to note behavioral changes and relayed information to charting systems.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Co-vid Collector
Clinical Lab Consulting
Columbus, OH
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Extended continued patient care and periodic evaluations to maintain and document optimal fit and function.
- Complied with mandated organizational and regulatory mandates to maintain patient safety and privacy.
- Complied with documentation requirements as outlined by governmental regulations.
- Used electronic medical record software to document clinical progress notes.
- Met individual patient needs by discussing optional treatment plan benefits, risks and time involved with each choice.
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
State Of Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
04.2009 - 02.2021
- Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Educated clients and families to support wellness activities, self-care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
- Interpreted patient needs, knowledge, growth and development to construct treatment plan.
- Assisted in development and implementation of service plans related to nursing and patient health care needs.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Independent Cpr Instructor
Self-employeed
Columbus , Ohio
05.2011 - Current
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Analyzed clinical settings' effectiveness in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Education
No Degree - Dance/ Business Finance
Ohio State University
Columbus, OHNo Degree - Pre Nursing
Columbus State
Columbus Grove, OHDiploma - Cosmetology
Ohio State School of Cosmetology & Experts Barber School
Columbus, OH06.2022
LPN Certification - Licensed Practical Nursing
Columbus Public School of Nursing
Columbus. Ohio10.2008
Skills
- Creative Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Clear Patient Communication
- Decision Making
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Treatment Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Medical Supply Management
- Care Coordination
- Equipment Sterilization
- Preventive Healthcare
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Examination
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Nursing Consultation
- Diet and Nutrition
- Community Healthcare Programming
- First Aid
- Infection Control Procedures
- Needs Assessment
- Routine Examinations
- Healthcare Program Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Nursing Performance Assessment
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified CPR instructor
- Certified Soca Instructor
Timeline
Co-vid Collector
Clinical Lab Consulting
10.2021 - 02.2022
Behavioral Health Clinical Nurse
Global Wellness Clinic
03.2021 - 09.2022
Independent Cpr Instructor
Self-employeed
05.2011 - Current
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
State Of Ohio
04.2009 - 02.2021
No Degree - Dance/ Business Finance
Ohio State University
No Degree - Pre Nursing
Columbus State
Diploma - Cosmetology
Ohio State School of Cosmetology & Experts Barber School
LPN Certification - Licensed Practical Nursing
Columbus Public School of Nursing
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