Melody Espinosa
Rosenberg,TX
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with expertise in long-term and acute care. Proven skills in skilled nursing, patient safety, medication administration, and wound care. Focused on delivering patient-centered care that enhances dignity and independence while fostering effective interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cambridge Health and Rehabilitation
Richmond, Texas
04.2026 - Current
- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and promptly report significant changes in residents’ conditions to the RN, physician, or nurse practitioner.
- Monitored and documented residents’ vital signs, health status, changes in condition, and responses to treatment to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians, registered nurses, CNAs, and therapists to coordinate comprehensive resident care, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Paradigm at the Prairies
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Administered medications according to physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and medication effectiveness, facilitating timely interventions
- Facilitated patient admissions by gathering necessary information and completing required documentation, discharges, and transfers
Certified Nursing Assistant
Twin Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation
Victoria, Tx
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted residents with ADLs including bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and transfers
- Supported residents with ADLs, enhancing their comfort and dignity during bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and transfers
- Monitored and communicated changes in residents' conditions to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions and continuity of care
Certified Nursing Assistant
El Campo Memorial Hospital
El Campo, Tx
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Supported admissions, discharges, and post-procedure care to ensure seamless patient transitions
- Partnered with registered nurses and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care
- Maintained accurate documentation in EHR systems to support patient care continuity
Certified Nurse Aide
Paradigm at the Prairies
04.2020 - 08.2024
- Delivered direct patient care to residents with chronic and complex conditions, enhancing overall well-being
- Assisted residents with ADLs, transfers, and mobility, promoting independence and comfort
- Maintained skin integrity and implemented wound prevention strategies to reduce infection risks
Education
Vocational Nursing Program -
Victoria College
Victoria, TXHigh School Diploma -
El Campo High School
El Campo, TXSkills
- Medication administration
- Electronic Health Records
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Ability in fast-paced environment
- Compassion and empathy
- Communication
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse
Certification
- CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE EXPIRES 8/2026
- BLS/CPR CERTIFICATION AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION EXPIRES 6/2027
- INTRAVENOUS THERAPY COURSE CERTIFICATE
- STOP THE BLEED CERTIFICATE
- GRADUATE VOCATIONAL NURSE CERTIFICATE
- LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE- 1223702 EXPIRES 9/2027
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cambridge Health and Rehabilitation
04.2026 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Paradigm at the Prairies
02.2026 - 04.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Twin Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2024 - 08.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
El Campo Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Nurse Aide
Paradigm at the Prairies
04.2020 - 08.2024
Vocational Nursing Program -
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
El Campo High School