Melissa Adams
Ocala,FL
Summary
Ambitious Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in patient care in hospital and outpatient settings. Strong emergency skills combined with ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care. Maintains professional demeanor in stressful situations.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
LPN
Orlando Health FHV Cardiology
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic cardiac conditions.
- Performed EKGs, educated patients on cardiac testing and preparation steps prior to upcoming cardiac procedures.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Coordinated patient referrals, collecting and faxing cardiac records and pre op/cardiac clearances to specialty providers.
- Maintained a calm and professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient expectations and alleviating concerns.
Emergency Room LPN
AdventHealth Ocala
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
Emergency Room Technician/Greeter
Parkwest Medical Center
- Facilitated timely check in by greeting incoming patients and visitors professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance, while establishing purpose of visit.
- Routed incoming calls and messages to relevant emergency personnel doctors and nurses without delay.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, performed splints and instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures, while also maintained and restocked emergency supplies.
- Executed well informed critical decision making in high pressure emergent situations and provided care accordingly with emergency room staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
- Answered phone calls and messages for doctors, nurses, and medical staff, scheduling appointments and handling patient inquiries.
- Delivered individualized patient care by providing personal services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed.
- Facilitated organized record retrieval and access by maintaining a filing system for patient admissions and discharged patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Education
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
College of Central Florida
Forest High School
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Emergency response
- Problem solving
- Time management and prioritization
- Medication Administration
- IV insertion and phlebotomy
- Clinical documentation
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse License - PN5251409
Florida LPN IV Therapy Certification
CPR and Basic Life Support Certification
Timeline
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
College of Central Florida
Forest High School
LPN
Orlando Health FHV Cardiology
Emergency Room LPN
AdventHealth Ocala
Emergency Room Technician/Greeter
Parkwest Medical Center
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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