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Melita Dalby

Surrey,ND

Summary

Passionate Nurse with over 20 years of experience from geriatric nursing to clinical nursing. Worked in a variety of clinical specialty departments, with half of clinical experience in primary care.

Builds rapport with patients and family members.

Proficient and compassionate nurse who pays attention to detail and is known for being very organized and has multitasking skills.

Dependable team member with excellent clinical expertise.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Trinity Health
10.1996 - Current
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

LPN

Visiting Angels Home Care
03.2024 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • 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.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Williston State College
Williston, ND
05.2000

Skills

  • Medication/Immunization Administration
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Family Communication
  • Patient relationship building
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Care
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Vital signs
  • Home healthcare

Certification

CPR

Fibroscan-Liver Elastography

Hydrogen Breath Test



Timeline

LPN

Visiting Angels Home Care
03.2024 - Current

LPN

Trinity Health
10.1996 - Current

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Williston State College

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