Melissa Haidet
Sebring,OH
Summary
Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Alliance Community Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication administration and compassionate care. Demonstrated excellence in providing end-of-life support, fostering trust, and positive relationships with patients and families.
Proven track record in strong collaboration with healthcare teams, known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Experienced with effective communication and organizational skills to enhance patient experience and team coordination. Track record of delivering consistent, compassionate care and maintaining thorough medical documentation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
ALLIANCE CITY SCHOOLS
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted a positive school culture by fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff regarding health-related matters.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all students, ensuring compliance with state regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for parents seeking guidance on their child's immunization status or other pertinent health information.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to students with acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Reduced absenteeism rates by addressing underlying health issues through early intervention strategies.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- The clinic has between 70 -140 students daily.
LPN
Alliance Community Hospital
09.2009 - 04.2023
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Conducted patient assessments utilizing handheld diagnostic devices.
- 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, families and staff.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently verifying patient information.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance the knowledge base and skill set as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Assisted in managing chronic health conditions by providing education and support.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary healthcare team and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens as ordered.
- Administered injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physicians.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- For home health and hospice visits, I would see 5-7 patients a day.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Robert T White School of Practical Nursing
Alliance, Ohio06-2007
High School Diploma -
West Branch High School
Beloit, Ohio06-1981
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medical documentation
- End-of-life care
- Home healthcare
- Maternal-child nursing
- Lab specimen collection
- Clinical decision making
- Clinical judgment
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
LPN
ALLIANCE CITY SCHOOLS
08.2023 - Current
LPN
Alliance Community Hospital
09.2009 - 04.2023
LPN - Nursing
Robert T White School of Practical Nursing
High School Diploma -
West Branch High School
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