Blanca DiMeglio
Allentown
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with strong skills in medication administration and patient assessment. Demonstrated success in collaborating with healthcare teams and monitoring vital signs. Experienced in educating patients to enhance understanding of health conditions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Bethlehem
06.2012 - Current
- Execute medication administration following prescribed protocols and guidelines.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to support patient needs effectively.
- Educated patients on basic health practices and medication usage.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Eastwick College LPN School
Ramsey, NJSkills
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient assessment and education
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control and prevention
- Emergency response and management
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Family communication and support
- Physical assessment skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care management
- Report writing
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2012 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Eastwick College LPN School