Melat Selewondem
Indianapolis
Summary
Dedicated Health care professional Graduated from Ivy Tech community college as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) .currently working as licensed practical nurse in veteran hospital (VA) . seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Patient Care Technician
Eskenazi Health
12.2021 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Patient safety care, (Video Monitoring)
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Medical Interpreter
Vernacular Language Services
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Enhanced patient understanding by accurately translating medical terminology and complex concepts between medical professionals and patients.
- Ensured clear communication by providing precise interpretation of doctor''s instructions, diagnoses, and prescriptions to non-English speaking patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction with medical care by facilitating effective communication between healthcare providers and diverse populations.
- Contributed to a supportive healthcare environment by fostering open dialogue and trust between providers and patients through skilled interpretation services.
Bank Examiner
National Bank Of Ethiopia
10.2011 - 02.2013
- Enhanced bank compliance by conducting thorough examinations and risk assessments.
- Identified potential financial risks by performing detailed analysis of financial statements and reports.
- Improved overall bank stability with the implementation of effective regulatory policies and procedures.
- Ensured adherence to federal banking regulations, mitigating operational risks and maintaining a safe financial environment.
- Provide translation and interpretation services to the private bankers and stake holders
- international guest coordinator with local stake holders and business entrepreneurs
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Kokomo, IN12.2022
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Dental Careers Foundation of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Management
Jigjiga University
Ethiopia06.2010
Skills
- Provide CPR
- Medical Interpreter (Amharic to English and vise versa)
- Social issues interpreter (Amharic to English and vice versa)
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Patient care
- Equipment sterilization
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- patient safety (Video Monitoring)
- First aid and safety
- Knowledge to perform and evaluate diagnostic tests
- Wound Dressing
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Eskenazi Health
12.2021 - Current
Medical Interpreter
Vernacular Language Services
11.2021 - 12.2022
Bank Examiner
National Bank Of Ethiopia
10.2011 - 02.2013
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Dental Careers Foundation of Indiana
Bachelor of Arts - Management
Jigjiga University
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