Melissa Sanchez
Portland,OR
Summary
Proven LVN with a track record of delivering compassionate care and achieving improved health outcomes, honed at Oregon State Hospital and other leading facilities. Expert in clinical documentation and vital signs monitoring, I excel in patient education and relationship building. My approach combines direct patient care with efficient medication administration, enhancing patient trust and care continuity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lvn
Oregon State Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Lvn
Jogan Health
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Drew up covid vaccinations and adminstered
Lvn
Oregon State Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
LVN Charge Nurse
Parks Senior Living
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
Lvn
Coastal Plains Community Center MHMR
10.2013 - 04.2018
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LVN Charge Nurse
Lexington Place and Rehabilitation
04.2013 - 10.2013
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
LVN
Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center
08.2012 - 04.2013
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Education
No Degree - LVN
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TX08.2012
GED -
Refugio High School
Refugio 03.1996
Skills
Compassionate Care
Diabetes management
Clinical Documentation
Vital signs monitoring
Behavioral health support
Direct Patient Care
Immunization Administration
Medication Administration
Wound Care
Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Vital signs
Documentation accuracy
Patient relationship building
Transcribing orders
Mental Health Support
Patient Education
Certification
BLS American Heart Association Exp 10-2025
Timeline
Lvn
Oregon State Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2024
Lvn
Jogan Health
12.2020 - 07.2021
Lvn
Oregon State Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
LVN Charge Nurse
Parks Senior Living
04.2018 - 09.2019
Lvn
Coastal Plains Community Center MHMR
10.2013 - 04.2018
LVN Charge Nurse
Lexington Place and Rehabilitation
04.2013 - 10.2013
LVN
Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center
08.2012 - 04.2013
BLS American Heart Association Exp 10-2025
No Degree - LVN
Coastal Bend College
GED -
Refugio High School
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