Melissa Adkins

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pikeville Medical Center

08.2004 - 11.2018

Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

No Degree - Medicaid Nurse Aide

Associate of Arts -

Associate of Science -

No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse

Skills

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Associate of Applied Science -

No Degree - Medicaid Nurse Aide

Associate of Arts -

Associate of Science -

No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse

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