Florence Melissa Bell
San Diego,CA
Summary
A dedicated registered nurse with over 15 years experience, to include 9 years in Gastroenterology as a procedure nurse. Furthermore, during my 9 years, I have precepted many new & experienced nurses, assisted with task coverage, and have 4 years of triage worklist experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Gastroenterology
Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
2016.10 - Current
- Proficient in the admission, intraprocedure, recovery, and discharge process for patients undergoing EGD and/or colonoscopy; including patient assessment, IV placement, continuous EKG and vital signs monitoring, conscious sedation administration, & post procedure education
- Assist physicians during endoscopic procedures (EGD & colonoscopies), including utilizing skills with various endoscopic tools including biopsy, snare with & without cautery, dilation (Balloon, Maloney, Savory), variceal banding, etc
- Extensive knowledge of national colorectal screening guidelines and experience with triaging new colonoscopy referrals.
- Functions as a preceptor for onboarding employees from various nursing backgrounds. Received Preceptor of the year award 2019
Registered Nurse- Labor & Delivery
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns
2016.02 - 2016.10
- Management of laboring mothers & newborns, including patient & newborn assessments, epidural & medication management, continuous fetal monitoring, emotional support and guidance for mothers during the laboring & recovery process
- Assisted physicians in performing various procedures such as IUPC & FSE placement, epidurals, vacuum-assisted & forceps deliveries, etc
- Assisted in the OR as a nurse circulator and/or baby nurse during cesarean section procedures
Registered Nurse- Labor & Delivery
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
2015.01 - 2015.10
- Management of high risk laboring & antepartum mothers with pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, gestational diabetes, and various high risk OBGYN complications
- Assisted in the OR as a scrub & circulating nurse during emergency cesarean section procedures
- Developed strong critical thinking skills in responding to emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage or neonatal resuscitation
- Cross trained to NICU & Special Care Nursery for newborns
Registered Nurse- Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
2009.09 - 2014.08
- Management & care for patients with acute stroke, cardiac disease, kidney & respiratory failure, as well as post op neuro/cardiac patients, requiring continuous telemetry monitoring and close nursing observation
- Functioned as a member of the stroke code team, with training and knowledge with neurological assessments & interventions, including tPA administration
- Cross trained to ICU for care of acute stroke patients receiving tPA therapy
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Calvin College
Grand Rapids, MI05.2009
Skills
An experienced gastroenterology nurse seeking this triage position, in order to utilize my skills and knowledge to further assist the department with the goal of decreasing worklist numbers, improving patient access, and therefore, patient satisfaction
Certification
- Extensive knowledge & experience with screening colonoscopy guidelines & triaging referral orders for exam appropriateness
- Strong work ethic & attention to detail
- Effective communication & collaborative skills with all members of our Gastroenterology team, as well as the Sharp Rees Stealy medical group
- Self disciplined & dedicated to improving work flow and achieving our departmental and organizational goals
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Gastroenterology
Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
2016.10 - Current
Registered Nurse- Labor & Delivery
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns
2016.02 - 2016.10
Registered Nurse- Labor & Delivery
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
2015.01 - 2015.10
Registered Nurse- Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
2009.09 - 2014.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Calvin College
- Extensive knowledge & experience with screening colonoscopy guidelines & triaging referral orders for exam appropriateness
- Strong work ethic & attention to detail
- Effective communication & collaborative skills with all members of our Gastroenterology team, as well as the Sharp Rees Stealy medical group
- Self disciplined & dedicated to improving work flow and achieving our departmental and organizational goals
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