Yeimy Melgar
Prospect Park,New Jersey
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with over one year of experience providing specialized care for pediatric patients with complex medical needs. Skilled in vital signs monitoring, medication administration, tracheostomy care and gastrostomy tube management. Committed to delivering safe, high-quality nursing care and supporting patient well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation and Pediatrics
Haskell, NJ
01.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records for compliance and continuity of care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment strategies accordingly.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Perform tracheostomy care, including changing trach ties and maintaining airway patency.
- Clean and suction patient airways to ensure proper respiratory function and comfort.
- Monitor and maintain gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes) including feedings and site care.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Acme Markets, Inc
Allendale, NJ
02.2021 - 10.2024
- Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently to ensure timely patient care.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing stock shortages and ensuring medication availability.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to verify prescription accuracy and provide patient counseling.
- Monitored medication storage conditions to maintain compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
- Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Allendale, NJ
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Assisted pharmacists in medication preparation and inventory management to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Monitored medication storage conditions, maintaining safety standards for pharmaceuticals.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastwick College
Hackensack, NJ07-2027
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Passaic County Technical Vocational Schools
Wayne, NJ08-2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring and documentation
- Medication administration (oral, IM, subcutaneous)
- Immunization administration
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Tracheostomy care
- Seizure management
- Clinical documentation
- Diabetes management
- Breathing treatments
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation and Pediatrics
01.2025 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Acme Markets, Inc
02.2021 - 10.2024
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
06.2019 - 01.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastwick College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Passaic County Technical Vocational Schools