Melinda Stickfort
Signature at North Hardin Health and Rehab
Rineyville,KY
20
years of professional experience
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with over 20 years of experience in patient care and charge nursing. Skilled in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing communication and continuity of care. Trains and mentors new staff while navigating high-pressure environments with effective problem-solving and empathy.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
20 Years 4 Months- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for residents' needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Mentored new nursing staff in clinical procedures and facility protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure resident safety and compliance.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency of records.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
Education
LPN - Nursing
High School Diploma
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA training
Physical assessment
Chronic disease management
Preventive care
Mental health support
Caregiving
Electronic charting
HIPAA compliance
HIPAA protocols
Team collaboration
Multitasking and prioritization
Attention to detail
Responsible and dependable
CPR/AED
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Signature at North Hardin Health and Rehab
06.2006 - CurrentRead More
ECTC
LPN from Nursing
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North Hardin High School
High School Diploma
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