Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
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MELISSA PUVOGEL

Bel Air,MD

Summary

Passionate Registered Nurse with experience assessing patient condition both in person and over phone. Assisting individuals in need of medical attention in understanding insurance coverage and urgency of various medical conditions. Supporting comprehensive recovery through education and sound medical advice.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Admissions Nurse

Lorien Healthcare
03.2022 - Current
  • Settled incoming patients into rooms and verified adequacy of medical supplies and treatment equipment.
  • Obtain medical history and performed admission assessments for incoming patients
  • Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.

Substitute School Nurse

Harford County Public Schools
09.2021 - Current
  • Provide preventive routine and emergency health services to facilitate student's optimal physical, mental, emotional and social growth and development.
  • Participate in health education of students and families
  • Communicate with parents about student illness and changes in condition.
  • Document health visits and communication pertaining to student health in Electronic Health Record.

Triage Nurse/ Coumadin Nurse

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Administered care via telehealth services and in person; interacting with patients, providing them with medical advice, evaluations, assessing their symptoms and consulting with physicians as needed.
  • Provided initial and ongoing education to patients regarding warfarin, other medications, health status, diet and activity level. Interpreted INR and adjusted warfarin dosing, using practice guidelines and clinical judgment for each patient.
  • Assisted doctors with procedures and exams, collecting patients' specimens as well as obtaining vital signs.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider as needed.
  • Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.

Licensed Practical Nurse/ Coumadin Nurse

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
11.2012 - 01.2017
  • Provided general nursing care to patients by assisting with preparation of equipment and aiding physician during examination and procedures
  • Responded to and referred incoming telephone calls.
  • Instructed patients and families regarding medications and treatment instructions per physician.
  • Recorded patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
  • Administered prescribed medications and vaccinations as directed
  • Provided initial and ongoing education to patients regarding warfarin, other medications, health status, diet and activity level.
  • Interprets INR and adjusts warfarin dosing, using practice guidelines and clinical judgment for each patient.

Accounts Manager; Home Health Aid

Adept Healthcare Services
10.2009 - 08.2012
  • Responsible for account management and coordination of home health and home care payer accounts on a regional level.
  • Ensured reimbursement accountability for targeted Managed Care, Managed Medicaid, PPO, Veteran's Affairs, and other Payers.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Assistant Manager

Center For Disability Services
06.2008 - 10.2009
  • Assisted staff with maintaining residents' health by scheduling medical appointments and arranging transportation.
  • Assisted group home residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs, including dressing and showering.
  • Promoted residents' health and well-being by organizing diverse activities for physical, mental and social stimulation.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Motivated and supervised residential counseling staff in delivering quality patient care.

Patient Care Technician

Samaritan Hospital
11.2004 - 06.2008
  • Provided personal care assistance to patients on the Medical/Surgical floor under the supervision of RN.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.

Education

Associate - Registered Nursing

The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
12.2016

Certification - Licensed Practical Nursing

Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
Troy, NY
08.2012

Bachelor's - Healthcare Management

SUNY Canton
Canton, NY
06.2009

High School Diploma -

Hoosic Valley Central School
Schaghticoke, NY
06.2004

Certification

  • BLS training
  • Active Maryland RN license
  • CPR Certification

Timeline

Admissions Nurse

Lorien Healthcare
03.2022 - Current

Substitute School Nurse

Harford County Public Schools
09.2021 - Current

Triage Nurse/ Coumadin Nurse

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
02.2017 - 01.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse/ Coumadin Nurse

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
11.2012 - 01.2017

Accounts Manager; Home Health Aid

Adept Healthcare Services
10.2009 - 08.2012

Assistant Manager

Center For Disability Services
06.2008 - 10.2009

Patient Care Technician

Samaritan Hospital
11.2004 - 06.2008

Associate - Registered Nursing

The Community College of Baltimore County

Certification - Licensed Practical Nursing

Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing

Bachelor's - Healthcare Management

SUNY Canton

High School Diploma -

Hoosic Valley Central School
MELISSA PUVOGEL