Melinda Wardner
North Stratford
Summary
Licensed practical nurse specializing in patient care, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient education and communication, leading to improved healthcare outcomes. Committed to delivering compassionate care and addressing patient needs, including end-of-life support for patients and families.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pemi- Baker Home Health and Hospice
Plymouth
01.2026 - Current
- Delivered compassionate patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Administered prescribed medications and documented patient responses accurately.
- Facilitated effective communication with patients' families and healthcare professionals.
Certified Medical Assistant
Weeks Medical Center
Lancaster
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed daily clinic operations to optimize service delivery.
- Prepared and maintained medical records using electronic health systems for accurate documentation.
- Educated patients on medication management and health maintenance strategies to promote better outcomes.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens according to established protocols for quality assurance.
- Monitored vital signs for patients during consultations, ensuring immediate attention to health status.
Certified Medical Assistant
Lark Medical Staffing
Omaha
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, and wound dressings per physician instructions.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of waste.
- Assisted physicians and nurses during patient exams by taking vital signs and updating records.
- Relayed patient messages to physicians regarding concerns, condition updates, or refill requests.
Certified Medical Assistant
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Concord
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Collected, labeled, and stored laboratory specimens accurately before testing.
- Documented notes during patient visits to maintain comprehensive records.
- Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits to ensure timely care.
- Performed preliminary physical tests to record results in patient history summaries accurately.
Certified Medical Assistant
Concord Hospital
Concord
09.2011 - 09.2021
- Facilitated patient examinations and procedures for healthcare providers.
- Educated patients on medication management and health maintenance strategies to empower informed health decisions.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens per established protocols to ensure accurate diagnostic results.
- Monitored vital signs during patient consultations to ensure patient safety and prompt intervention.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
River Valley Community College
Claremont, NH12-2025
Associate of Science - Certified Medical Assistant
Hesser College
Concord, NH01-2006
Associate of Science - Licensed Nurses Assistant
Aspire
Concord, NH03-1996
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Wound and catheter care
- Patient care and compassion
- Palliative care
- Patient triage
- Home health care services
- EHR management
- HIPAA compliance
- Effective communication skills
Certification
- Licensed Nursing Assistant
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pemi- Baker Home Health and Hospice
01.2026 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Weeks Medical Center
03.2023 - 01.2025
Certified Medical Assistant
Lark Medical Staffing
09.2021 - 03.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Concord Hospital
09.2011 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
River Valley Community College
Associate of Science - Certified Medical Assistant
Hesser College
Associate of Science - Licensed Nurses Assistant
Aspire