Nurse Practical
Resume:
MELISSA MAGARINO, LPN
NYS License No. ******
Red Hook, NY 12571
*************@*****.***
EDUCATION
CAREER AND TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, Graduate of LPN Program DUTCHESS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, A.S. in Liberal Arts and Certificate in Paralegal Studies BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Shift leader Excellent client relations
Proficient with computers including EMR programs Efficient administrative functions
Excellent phlebotomy and clinical skills, wound dressing, tube feedings, trach and ostomy care.
NURSING EXPERIENCE
NPORT STAFFING: Licensed Practical Nurse December 2015- Present Travel to facilities in need of professional experienced high standard medical staff to ensure optimal continuity patient care often in less than optimal work situations requiring mature level headed problem solving individuals .
WHITTIER REHABILITATION AND SKILLED NURSING CENTER: January 2017- May 2017 Assist Unit Manager with operation of nursing unit. Accurate administration of medication. Accurate performance of treatments utilizing sterile or clean technique. Accurate administration of enteral feedings. Participate in nursing rounds to observe, direct and evaluate care. Supervise care delivered by CNA. Communicate pertinent resident information and plan of care during transfer and end of shift. Provide direct resident care. Report pertinent information to Nursing Supervisor. Document in accordance to facility policy. Assist with the development and implementation of resident’s comprehensive care plan. Advocate for all residents as needed. Exercise calm, professional behavior and judgment while working in a team approach especially during emergency situations.
THE BAPTIST HOME AT BROOKEMEADE: Charge Nurse February 2015- November 2015 Perform assigned nursing procedures for the comfort and well-being of Residents in accordance with physician's orders. Administer medication, dress wounds, provide treatments using therapeutic equipment. Observe and report any changes, specific conditions or incidents to supervisor. Document in accordance to facility policy. Take and give report on assigned unit at beginning and end of shift to maintain continuity of care. QUAKER HILL MANOR: Charge Nurse October 2014-January 2015 Accurate administration of medication according to five rights. Accurate performance of treatments utilizing sterile or clean technique. Accurate administration of enteral feedings and tracheotomy care. Supervise care delivered by CNAs. Communicate pertinent resident information and plan of care during transfer and end of shift. Provide direct resident care. Document in accordance to facility policy.
BARNWELL NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER: Charge Nurse June 2014-October 2014 Assist Unit Manager with operation of nursing unit. Accurate transcription of orders. Accurate administration of medication according to five rights. Accurate performance of treatments utilizing sterile or clean technique. Accurate administration of enteral feedings. Participate in nursing rounds to observe, direct and evaluate care. Supervise care delivered by CNAs. Communicate pertinent resident information and plan of care during transfer and end of shift. Provide direct resident care. Report pertinent information to Nursing Supervisor. Document in accordance to facility policy. Assist with the development and implementation of resident’s comprehensive care plan. Advocate for all residents as needed. Exercise calm, professional behavior and judgment while working in a team approach especially during emergency situations.
MID-HUDSON MEDICAL GROUP: Licensed Practical Nurse October 2013-May 2014 Temporary position as a Flu nurse in Pediatrics, recruited as LPN in OB/GYN department responsibilities included patient care as ordered, assisting provider with procedures, following up with patients, arranging necessary labs and ultrasounds, updating patients and their records and maintaining exam rooms stocked and clean. Also recruited as coverage in urgent care as needed. Patient intake and care as ordered by provider. Administer necessary treatments or testing ie EKG, blood work etc.
HUDSON VALLEY PRIMARY CARE: Licensed Practical Nurse December 2011-August 2013 Team member at a 3rd level with distinction Patient Centered Medical Home with NCQA national recognition for providing quality diabetes care worked closely with providers and staff to provide quality patient care. Routine duties include handling patient intake, basic lab testing, phlebotomy, immunizations, patient teaching, EKG, spirometry and other procedures as ordered by provider. Responsible for maintaining office stocked and VFC immunizations ordered. Responsible for ensuring proper handling, preparation of lab samples to be delivered to appropriate lab as determined by insurance with proper diagnosis codes. Ensured each patient was treated with pleasant, personal yet professional care. TACONIC DDSO: Licensed Practical Nurse June 2010-November 2011 Daily patient care and monitoring while providing feedback to supervisors on patient conditions and complaints. Administered medications and injections as ordered. Prepared patients for necessary testing and lab work scheduled. Obtained and needed samples. Administered enemas, catheters, tube feedings, and performed diabetic care and wound care. Monitored or administered treatments ordered by MD. Supervised DAs and executed various administrative duties such as ordering medical supplies and drafting quarterly reports for review by RN. CHILDRENS MEDICAL GROUP: Licensed Practical Nurse January 2009-March 2009 Duties included patient intake and patient teaching. Administered immunizations and performed necessary treatments as ordered by physician. Assisted physicians provide care by translating for patients who only spoke Spanish.
MOUNT KISCO MEDICAL GROUP: Orthopedic M.A. August 2008-December 2008 Maintained triage line for emergency patients; facilitated obtaining X-rays and MRI's or records of same for patients in emergency situations; significantly reduced patient wait time by maintaining organized patient records, collaborating consistently with doctor and secretary on schedule, effectively evaluating and documenting during patient intakes and assisting patients in implementing doctor’s orders.
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE
RUSK WADLIN HEPPNER & MARTUSCELLO: Legal Secretary 2003-2005 PLANNED PARENTHOOD: Quality Control Specialist 2001-2002 HUDSON VALLEY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION: Financial Service Representative 1996-1999
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