Melissa Porter
West Fargo,ND
Summary
Seasoned LPN with a proven track record at Eventide Sheyenne Crossings, delivering compassionate care and exceptional medical support. Expert in medication administration and patient documentation, I excel in clinical decision-making and nursing ethics. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail in treatment and support.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Eventide Sheyenne Crossings
West Far, ND
02.2016 - Current
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
LPN
Sheyenne Care Center
Valley Ci, North Da
07.2005 - 09.2020
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
Waitress
The Broken Spoke Restaurant
Valley City, North Da
05.2003 - 07.2005
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
Education
LPN - Nursing
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, ND12-2007
Skills
- Patient documention
- Nursing ethics
- Compassionate care
- Medication administration
- Psychiatric nursing
- Patient mobility assistance
- Diabetes management
- Pre-operative care
- Infection control
- Clinical decision making
- Medical documentation
- IV therapy
- Lab specimen collection
- Catheter care
- Post operative care
Timeline
LPN
Eventide Sheyenne Crossings
02.2016 - Current
LPN
Sheyenne Care Center
07.2005 - 09.2020
Waitress
The Broken Spoke Restaurant
05.2003 - 07.2005
LPN - Nursing
North Dakota State College of Science
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