Billie Jo Melchor, RN, BSN

• Clinical rotation hours: 185
• Avoided unnecessary complications through patient advocacy, proper positioning and diligent review of condition and responses at regular intervals
• Minimized contamination by enforcing infection and prevention controls along with strict safety regulations for every procedure
• Delivered exceptional care to all patients while facilitating smooth communication between patients, surgical staff and families
• Supported surgical team, passing instruments, administering medication and aiding anesthetists with sedation

• Clinical rotation hours: 185
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, cost-effective care to patients experiencing renal issues, diabetic concerns, respiratory illness, wound matters and other acute care issues
• Modified patient's treatment plans as indicated by patient's responses and new physician orders
• Applied critical thinking skills during nursing assessments and patient-centered care plans, safely and proficiently executed medication administration protocols and prioritized patient safety and comfort at all times
• Fostered positive attitude and collaborative team effort while maintaining compassionate and efficient patient communication

• Clinical rotation hours: 185
• Checked patient's diets, physical activities and risk factors for disease
• Achieved optimal patient outcomes by carefully monitoring conditions and delivering comprehensive support
• Worked with interdisciplinary team to organize and implement patient care plans, fostering comprehensive and cohesive approach to resident well-being
• Performed assessments, tracheostomy care, catheterizations, tube feedings and patient education

• Clinical rotation hours: 185
• Practiced essential healthcare competencies, including patient evaluation, medication administration, interpreting cardiac telemetry rhythms, adherence to safety protocols, effective SBAR communication, SOAP note documentation and Medication Administration charting
• Demonstrated proficiency of critical thinking skills and operated with confidence in simulated acute care emergency situations under direct supervision of clinical staff
• Engaged in deliberate and continuous improvement of clinical skills, expertise and knowledge with strong emphasis on prioritizing patient safety, education and collaboration with care
• Acquired necessary, hands-on experience in critical healthcare skills preparing me for real-world clinical scenarios and comprehensive patient care

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120 hours