Melony Ceranova
Swedish Edmonds Emergency
Edmonds,WA
23
years of professional experience
Experienced LPN with a strong background in emergency care, medication administration, documentation, and patient safety protocols. Known for critical thinking, HIPAA compliance, and calm decision-making in fast-paced clinical settings.
Work History
Emergency Room LPN
3 Years 2 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in fast-paced emergency care settings.
- Obtained vital signs and reported changes promptly to registered nurses and providers.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes, and bedside procedures following emergency protocols.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and patient updates in electronic health records accurately.
- Collected specimens and prepared patients for diagnostic testing with attention to infection control.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
RCM/LPN Charge Nurse
5 Years 11 Months- Administered medications and monitored residents for adverse reactions, ensuring safe daily care
- Performed focused assessments and documented vital signs, symptoms, and care changes accurately
- Coordinated with RN, physicians, and therapy staff to support individualized rehabilitation plans
- Provided wound care, dressing changes, and skin monitoring to promote healing and comfort
- Updated electronic medical records with timely charting, care notes, and shift handoff details
- Reinforced infection control practices and facility safety protocols across resident care activities
- Educated residents and families on medications, treatments, and recovery expectations
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- 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.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Supported patients and families through education on home care procedures, enhancing post-discharge outcomes.
Jail Nurse
1 Year 5 Months- Administered prescribed medications and monitored adherence under secure correctional healthcare protocols.
- Conducted intake health screenings for incarcerated individuals, identifying urgent medical needs and referral priorities.
- Coordinated with custody staff to support safe movement, treatment access, and emergency response.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and care plans accurately in confidential medical records.
- Triaged sick-call requests, prioritizing symptoms and escalating concerns to providers promptly.
- Responded to medical emergencies, delivering stabilization care within correctional facility procedures.
- Advocated for inmate health needs by voicing concerns during interdisciplinary case conferences or meetings with correctional authorities when appropriate.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care to incarcerated individuals.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated a variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Home Health Nurse
4 Years 1 Month- Administered medications, monitored responses, and maintained accurate home care documentation.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Determined and addressed individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Optimized patient comfort by addressing individual physical, emotional, spiritual needs during end-of-life care.
Operating Room Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Assessed preoperative readiness, verified consent, and prepared patients for surgical intervention.
- Coordinated perioperative nursing care for body contouring procedures, maintaining sterile technique and patient safety.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures, anticipating needs and maintaining efficient operating room workflow.
- Monitored anesthesia status, vital signs, and patient responses throughout operative care.
- Documented surgical details, medications, and recovery notes with accuracy and compliance.
- Implemented postoperative recovery protocols, supporting pain management and discharge readiness.
- Trained nursing staff on operating room standards, aseptic practices, and procedure preparation.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive explanations of procedures and answering questions regarding their care plan.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any changes during surgeries.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered a quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff in proper OR procedures, contributing to improved overall team performance.
- Communicated with the patient and his or her family regarding postoperative and wound care.
- Provided compassionate post-operative care, ensuring patients received appropriate pain management and education on recovery protocols.
- Evaluated inventory levels of surgical supplies regularly, ensuring adequate stock for scheduled procedures without excess waste or shortages.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Emergency Room LPN /Urgent Care Nurse
10 Years 3 Months- Administered medications and monitored patients for therapeutic response and adverse effects.
- Collected vital signs and reported changes promptly to registered nursing staff and providers.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and care updates in electronic health records.
- Supported individualized care plans through routine patient care and ongoing observation.
- Educated patients and families on treatments, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary communication to maintain consistent, timely patient care.
- Reinforced infection prevention practices and maintained safe clinical work areas.
- Assisted with wound care, specimen collection, and other delegated clinical procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting surgical team efficiency.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
LPN Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Medication administration
Intravenous medications
Vital signs monitoring
Direct patient care
Emergency triage
Time management
Physical assessment
Trauma-informed care
HIPAA compliance
Immunization administration
Crisis intervention
Rapid assessment
Timeline
Emergency Room LPN
Swedish Edmonds Emergency
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Jail Nurse
Skagit Count Community Center
05.2018 - 10.2019Read More
RCM/LPN Charge Nurse
Avamere Rehabilitations
09.2017 - 08.2023Read More
Home Health Nurse
Private Home
07.2013 - 08.2017Read More
Operating Room Nurse
Sono Bello Clinic
06.2012 - 07.2013Read More
Emergency Room LPN /Urgent Care Nurse
PeaceHealth
04.2003 - 07.2013Read More
Whatcom Community College
No Degree from Nursing
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Bellingham Technical College
LPN Nursing from Nursing
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