Melissa Vecchio
Oak Ridge,NJ
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with 5 years of nursing experience including over 20 years’ experience in the medical field providing high-quality patient care. Currently pursuing a Registered Nurse (RN) license to expand my scope of practice and take on more advanced responsibilities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and collaboration with healthcare teams to deliver exceptional care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN, Clinical Office Supervisor
Summit Health NJ
Wayne, NJ
11.2019 - Current
- Provided leadership and support in day to day operations.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
- Facilitated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals involved in a patient's care plan.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care needs across the continuum of care.
- Assisted with ordering supplies required for daily operations within an Orthopedics department.
- Advised families on how best manage their loved one's condition at home following discharge from the hospital or clinic setting.
- Provided patient education on orthopedic conditions, treatments, and rehabilitation exercises.
- Coordinated referrals for additional medical services such as radiologic imaging tests, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and home health care.
- Instructed patients on proper use of crutches, walkers, canes, braces, splints, casts, and other assistive devices.
- Checked in patients, completed intakes and performed initial assessments.
- Monitored surgical sites for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Non-Clinical Office Supervisor
Summit Medical Group
Lincoln Park, NJ
01.2016 - Current
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Scheduled pre-operative appointments with patients, obtained consent forms and collected necessary insurance information.
- Prepared patient discharge paperwork including follow up instructions for home care services if required by the doctor's order.
- Managed scheduling of multiple surgeries on a daily basis, coordinating availability of surgeons and anesthesiologists.
- Verified patient eligibility for particular types of surgeries based on health plan guidelines or coverage limitations.
- Educated patients on pre-operative instructions such as fasting requirements prior to undergoing anesthesia.
- Acted as liaison between physicians, vendors, insurance companies, patients and their families regarding surgical procedures.
Surgical Coordinator
Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine
Wayne, NJ
02.2005 - 01.2016
- Provided assistance with post-operative care plans according to physician's orders.
- Answered phone calls from patients inquiring about upcoming scheduled surgeries or follow up visits.
- Entered data into electronic medical record system accurately and timely using ICD-10 coding standards when applicable.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by keeping confidential records secure at all times.
- Scheduled pre-operative appointments with patients, obtained consent forms and collected necessary insurance information.
- Educated patients on pre-operative instructions such as fasting requirements prior to undergoing anesthesia.
- Verified patient eligibility for particular types of surgeries based on health plan guidelines or coverage limitations.
- Acted as liaison between physicians, vendors, insurance companies, patients and their families regarding surgical procedures.
- Organized patient charts for surgical procedures and ensured accuracy of all documents.
- Managed scheduling of multiple surgeries on a daily basis, coordinating availability of surgeons and anesthesiologists.
- Managed patient check-in and check-out procedures and processed payments.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments as designated by physician.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Paramus, NJ09-2019
High School Diploma -
Memorial Senior High School
Elmwood Park, NJ06-1995
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastwick College
Ramsey, NJSkills
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Post Operative Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Nursing Staff Supervision
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License# 26NP07899200
- CPR Certified, American Heart Association
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN, Clinical Office Supervisor
Summit Health NJ
11.2019 - Current
Non-Clinical Office Supervisor
Summit Medical Group
01.2016 - Current
Surgical Coordinator
Orthopedic Surgery And Sports Medicine
02.2005 - 01.2016
LPN - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Memorial Senior High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastwick College
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