Melissa Walters
Three Springs
Summary
Dedicated LPN skilled in patient assessments, medication administration, and care plan development. Ensures regulatory compliance while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Focused on delivering high-quality care and enhancing patient safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Penn State Health Berks Cardiology
Wyomissing
11.2013 - 03.2019
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to enhance patient care delivery and improve overall patient outcomes.
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures and educated patients on care plans to promote understanding and adherence.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices to ensure consistent quality of care.
MDS Plan Coordinator
Altoona Center for Nursing Care
Altoona
08.2003 - 10.2013
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for resident care plans and documentation.
- Developed goals for each resident's plan of care that reflected their physical, mental health status and preferences.
- Reviewed and updated care plans regularly to reflect residents' changing needs.
- Ensured accuracy in completion of the Minimum Data Set for all assigned patients and residents.
- Assessed and monitored patient care plans and progress to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident care plans and outcomes.
- Trained new team members on MDS processes and documentation standards.
- Educated staff on proper use of PCC or EHR software programs used for data entry into the MDS system.
- Managed resident health records using electronic medical record systems.
- Coordinated quality assurance activities to enhance patient safety measures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to MDS activities.
- Supported the development of new policies and procedures related to MDS activities.
- Resolved resident concerns by facilitating open communication with families and staff.
- Initiated appropriate interventions when needed based on identified problems or changes in condition.
- Fostered an environment that promotes collaboration between interdisciplinary teams while utilizing best practice guidelines.
- Provided support and education to families, caregivers, and other staff members on MDS processes and procedures.
- Reviewed medical records for accurate documentation of diagnoses according to established criteria.
LPN MDS Coordinator
Manor Care Health Services
West Reading
05.1995 - 05.2003
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in skilled nursing environment.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
- Trained new staff on nursing procedures and best practices in patient care.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PASkills
- Licensed practical nurse
- Patient assessment and evaluation
- Medication administration and dispensing
- EHR management and documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education and care
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation and charting
- Quality assurance and compliance regulation
- HIPAA compliance
- Diabetes management
- Postoperative care and cardiac monitoring
- Staff training and supervision
- Team leadership and effective communication
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Compassionate care and family education
Certification
- Practical Nurse
Timeline
LPN
Penn State Health Berks Cardiology
11.2013 - 03.2019
MDS Plan Coordinator
Altoona Center for Nursing Care
08.2003 - 10.2013
LPN MDS Coordinator
Manor Care Health Services
05.1995 - 05.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Reading Area Community College