Melissa Freeman
Orange
Summary
Dynamic LPN Unit Manager with extensive experience and recognized for enhancing patient care through individualized nursing plans and effective interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability in medication delivery and compassionate end-of-life support, fostering a culture of accountability and high-quality performance among nursing staff. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes and ensuring safety.
Experienced with patient care management and team leadership in nursing setting. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Track record of effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Seasoned LPN with expertise in Dementia and Long term care. Work effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Regalcare at Greenfield
05.2024 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with all forms of Dementia.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
LPN Unit Manager
Vantage at Wilbraham
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing both day-to-day operations as well as responding effectively during emergency situations within the unit.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans.
- Assisted in the development and review of policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures for LPN unit ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary meetings discussing treatment options that best suit the unique needs of each patient leading towards improved outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of accountability among staff through clear expectations and open communication channels for feedback exchange.
- Developed rapport with patients and their families providing emotional support during difficult times thereby creating an atmosphere conducive for healing.
- Collaborated with physicians on treatment planning, adjusting care as needed based on individual patient needs.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans
- Unit Manager on a 53 bed long term mixed with elderly and Dementia patients.
MDS/MMQ Nurse
Missioncare
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN Unit Manager
Vantage at South Hadley
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed LPN unit operations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other clinical indicators.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Ensured a safe environment for patients and staff by maintaining proper infection control standards.
- Improved staff efficiency by conducting ongoing training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in daily nursing tasks to optimize patient health outcomes.
- Monitored quality of care provided in the unit, addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care planning.
- Streamlined communication between staff and family members to provide consistent updates on patient progress.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary meetings discussing treatment options that best suit the unique needs of each patient leading towards improved outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians on treatment planning, adjusting care as needed based on individual patient needs.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Unit Manager on a 43 long term and Dementia patients.
LPN Unit Manager
Buckley Nursing Home
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
LPN Charge Nurse
Quabbin Valley Healthcare
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Worked full time on a Locked Dementia Unit with 39 patients
LPN Charge Nurse
Farren Care Center
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Worked with all types of Psychiatric Residents including Dementia.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Education
No Degree - LPN
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA06-2001
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Elderly care management
- Compassionate end-of-life support
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health care
- Medication delivery
- Patient charting
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- CPR/AED
- Responsible and dependable
- Nursing staff supervision
- Strong clinical judgment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient observation
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Staff supervision
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Quality assessments
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Regalcare at Greenfield
05.2024 - Current
LPN Unit Manager
Vantage at Wilbraham
04.2023 - 05.2024
MDS/MMQ Nurse
Missioncare
08.2022 - 04.2023
LPN Unit Manager
Vantage at South Hadley
04.2022 - 08.2022
LPN Unit Manager
Buckley Nursing Home
12.2021 - 04.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Quabbin Valley Healthcare
12.2019 - 12.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Farren Care Center
03.2019 - 08.2019
No Degree - LPN
Greenfield Community College
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