Melissa Bacon
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Committed professional with 8 years of experience in clinical, home health and acute care , primary care environments. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. Expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
General Physicians
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Triage and prioritize patient requests accordingly.
- Assist providers in implementing patient care.
LPN
Catholic Health System-PACE-LIFE Program
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
LPN
Catholic Health System-Father Baker Manor
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Cared for over 22 dementia patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Phlebotomist
Catholic Health System-Laboratory Tech
06.2010 - 11.2018
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
Education
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY05.2017
Phlebotomy - Medical Laboratory Technology
Erie 1 BOCES
Buffalo, NY01.2009
Skills
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Conditions Reporting
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Staff Phlebotomy Training
- Butterfly Venipuncture
- Biohazard Policy Compliance
- Sample Processing
Timeline
LPN
General Physicians
05.2023 - Current
LPN
Catholic Health System-PACE-LIFE Program
01.2019 - 09.2021
LPN
Catholic Health System-Father Baker Manor
12.2018 - 12.2019
Phlebotomist
Catholic Health System-Laboratory Tech
06.2010 - 11.2018
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Trocaire College
Phlebotomy - Medical Laboratory Technology
Erie 1 BOCES