Melissa Jeppesen
Hamilton,MT
Summary
Compassionate LPN Charge Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessment, and emergency response. Proven ability to manage care coordination and lead teams effectively.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Valley Health and Rehab
Hamilton, MT
12.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses closely.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient health status.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Trained new nurses on best practices and facility policies.
- Managed daily shift operations and delegated tasks effectively.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies in patient areas.
Nurse Case Manager
The Living Centre
Stevensville, Montana
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments to evaluate patient needs and available resources.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans with healthcare providers and families to ensure safe transitions.
- Managed follow-up appointments to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, empowering them to navigate available services.
- Educated patients and families on health management and available services.
- Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems and community resources.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records system.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital
Hamilton, MT
01.2002 - 10.2021
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Responded promptly to patient needs while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and procedures.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT05-2006
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Science
Excelsior College
Albany, NYSkills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Health assessment
- Emergency response
- Care planning
- Care coordination
- Long-term care
- Palliative care
- Maternal health
- Senior care
- Patient education strategies
- Team management
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Valley Health and Rehab
12.2025 - Current
Nurse Case Manager
The Living Centre
01.2022 - 07.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital
01.2002 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
The University of Montana
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Science
Excelsior College