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Melanie Dickson

Los Angeles

Summary

Healthcare professional prepared for roles involving patient care and clinical support. Background includes hands-on experience in assisting with medical procedures and ensuring patient comfort. Recognized for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, with skills in patient assessment and care documentation

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN Student Nurse

New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
03.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, resulting in improved health outcomes.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions for chronic illnesses by educating patients on disease management strategies and self-care techniques during discharge planning process.
  • Strengthened patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and accurately interpreting data trends to identify potential problems before they escalated into more serious health issues.
  • Provided high-quality care to patients with diverse needs, including administering medications and monitoring IVs.

Medical Assistant

Mend Urgent Care
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
  • Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
  • Implemented patient education program on preventative care, enhancing community health awareness.

Medical Assistant

Hollywood Urgent Care
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.

Medical Assistant

Coast and Aloe Medicine and Aesthetics
07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.

Education

No Degree - LVN

Angeles College
Los Angeles, CA
05-2024

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Concorde Career College
North Hollywood
10-2021

High School Diploma - undefined

Richard Alonzo Community Day School
Los Angeles, CA
01.2014

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • End-of-life care
  • Health promotion
  • Wound care
  • Patient scheduling
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • EMR / EHR
  • Patient-focused care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Data entry
  • CPR
  • Inventory and supply management

Certification

  • Alpha Filling
  • Microsoft Certified
  • BLS
  • Medical Assisting Certification
  • LVN License


Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

LVN Student Nurse

New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
03.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Mend Urgent Care
01.2022 - 11.2023

Medical Assistant

Hollywood Urgent Care
10.2021 - 12.2021

Medical Assistant

Coast and Aloe Medicine and Aesthetics
07.2021 - 10.2021

High School Diploma - undefined

Richard Alonzo Community Day School

No Degree - LVN

Angeles College

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Concorde Career College

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