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Melodie Cooper

Reliant Medical Group
Southbridge,Ma
Melodie Cooper

Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in office nursing, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Expertise in fostering team collaboration and adaptability ensures optimal patient outcomes through a compassionate and reliable approach. Recognized for strong communication skills that enhance patient interactions and contribute to a positive healthcare experience. Committed to continuous professional development and maintaining high standards of care in all aspects of nursing practice with knowledge of medical protocols and patient documentation, ensuring high-quality healthcare services.

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Years of experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse
5 Years 6 Months
Reliant Medical Group - Auburn, MA | 05.2021 - Current
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Assessed patient symptoms and routed urgent concerns to providers for timely clinical intervention.
  • Documented nursing assessments, care plans, and patient communications in electronic medical records.
  • Coordinated prescription refill requests with pharmacies and providers to maintain continuity of care.
  • Managed telephone triage, prioritizing messages and scheduling patient follow-up as needed.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, and medications according to provider orders and safety protocols.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Contributed to ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the practice by offering insights based on clinical expertise and patient feedback analysis.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
LPN Staff Nurse
4 Years 6 Months
Putnam Pediatric Center - Putnam, CT | 03.2016 - 09.2020
  • Operate in Athena with Electronic Medical Records
  • Interview patients, record their medical history, obtain vital signs and document in medical record
  • Administer medications and vaccines
  • Observed and recorded patients’ conditions and reactions to medications and treatments to inform care decisions
  • Maintained proper stock levels and supply organization in patient rooms to ensure readiness for care delivery
  • Assist in planning and managing patient care according to each patient’s need
  • Conducted telephone triage to assess patient needs and prioritize care
  • Coordinated monthly vaccine orders with state authorities.
  • Assisted with intake assessments, treatment preparation, and daily patient care routines.
  • Administered medications and documented responses for pediatric patients following physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to support timely clinical interventions.
  • Maintained accurate charting in medical records to ensure compliant care documentation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
5 Months
Overlook Masonic Health Center - Charlton, MA | 10.2015 - 03.2016
  • Successfully establish a personal rapport with residents and help them understand care goals; teaching residents, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions while providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to residents, friends, and families; respecting the residents' dignity and privacy consistently.
  • Adhere to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against resident care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments while utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies and ensure a timely response.
  • Documented and communicated actions, irregularities, and continuing needs; assigned equitable care assignments based on resident needs at the beginning of each shift; reported staffing needs to supervisor and/or nurse manager.
  • Maintained equipment operation to support effective healthcare delivery. and maintained nursing supplies inventory.
  • Participated in educational workshops and supported the Falls Committee Team.
  • Organized documents and related information; instructed personnel to complete tasks while following infection control policies, medication administration procedures, and regulations for controlled substances.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 8 Months
Webster Manor - Webster, MA | 02.2013 - 10.2015
  • Documented vital signs, assessments, and care plans accurately
  • Collaborated with RN staff to update treatment and nursing interventions
  • Provided direct resident care while maintaining safety and infection control standards
  • Administered medications and monitored residents for adverse reactions
  • Communicated condition changes promptly to physicians and interdisciplinary care team
  • Supervised nursing assistants and reinforced proper patient care techniques
  • Assisted with wound care, dressing changes, and restorative nursing services
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Maintained compliance with facility policies, charting requirements, and resident privacy standards
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Bus Driver
21 Years 10 Months
Southbridge Livery - Southbridge, MA | 08.1992 - 06.2014
  • Successfully interacted with students, parents, family members and faculty on a daily basis
  • Facilitated positive interactions with students, parents, family members, and faculty to foster a supportive community
  • Maintained safety and order by applying effective verbal and listening skills to manage student behavior
  • Recorded and reported behavioral and disciplinary issues to ensure a safe and respectful environment
  • Responsible for daily inspections and documentations
  • Served as employee for Town of Sturbridge 2003 – 2008
  • Held position at First Student / Contributed to operations at Bay Path 2008 – 2014
  • Operated passenger buses safely along scheduled routes and adjusted to traffic, weather, and road conditions.
  • Inspected vehicle condition before trips, documenting safety concerns and coordinating needed maintenance.
Auxiliary Police Officer
2 Years 10 Months
Southbridge Police Department - Southbridge, MA | 08.1999 - 06.2002

Assessed situations quickly and objectively to determine appropriate actions.

  • Handled situations firmly, courteously, and tactfully while respecting rights of others.
  • Applied strong general intelligence and emotional stability to maintain effective, professional interactions.
  • Coordinated effectively with officials, fellow police officers, and civilians.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to deter trespassing, theft, and disruptive activity.
  • Monitored entrances, exits, and public spaces for safety concerns.
  • Supported sworn officers with crowd control and scene security operations.
  • Responded to calls, provided radio updates, and relayed critical information.
  • Directed traffic flow and managed emergency access during special events.
  • Developed strong working relationships with auxiliary officers and regular police personnel to strengthen teamwork and collaboration toward shared objectives.
  • Provided backup support for police officers on duty, increasing their efficiency in responding to emergencies.
  • Ensured public event and emergency safety by providing timely assistance information and direction to citizens in need.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions, enhancing personal skills and knowledge relevant to auxiliary policing duties.
  • Built strong rapport with community to foster trust and improve communication quality.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build and sustain relationships with citizens.

Education

LPN - Nursing

Bay Path Vocational - Charlton, MA
06-2012

High School Diploma

Bay Path Vocational - Charlton, MA
06-1986

Skills

Clinical supervisory experience
Collaborative team player
Critical thinking and analysis
Organizational planning proficiency
Supportive interpersonal skills
Logical reasoning skills
Consistently accountable
Adept at crafting comprehensive documentation

Languages

English

Certification

  • MA Licensed Practical Nurse LN89233 - expires 03/28/2027
  • CPR and AED certified through American Heart Association - expires 02/05/2027

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse
Reliant Medical Group
05.2021 - CurrentRead more
LPN Staff Nurse
Putnam Pediatric Center
03.2016 - 09.2020Read more
Licensed Practical Nurse
Overlook Masonic Health Center
10.2015 - 03.2016Read more
Licensed Practical Nurse
Webster Manor
02.2013 - 10.2015Read more
Auxiliary Police Officer
Southbridge Police Department
08.1999 - 06.2002Read more
Bus Driver
Southbridge Livery
08.1992 - 06.2014Read more
Bay Path Vocational - LPN, Nursing
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Bay Path Vocational - High School Diploma,
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Melodie Cooper