LESLIE MELOUN
MORRIS,USA
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Registered Nurse with 29+ years in healthcare including medical surgical nursing, endoscopy, perioperative care, recovery/discharge, rehabilitation, pediatrics and education. Skilled in-patient care, staff education, CPR instruction, Advance life support for adult and pediatrics, and clinical leadership. Experience in-patient and outpatient HIPPA compliant environments. Recognized for organizational skills, patient advocacy, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. Volunteer time at church assisting with funeral dinners and a board member of the continuing education board.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Perioperative, Endoscopy, and Education Nursing
Amsurg Surgery Center
Joliet, IL
11.2020 - Current
- Endoscopy circulator and scrub, resource nurse for endoscopy
- Patient perioperative patient care and procedure support
- Education Nurse
CPR Instructor
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
08.2020 - Current
- Teach CPR certification and courses to healthcare professionals and community members
- Provide ongoing education and lifesaving skills training as needed
Nursing Assistant Theory & Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
08.2020 - Current
- Teach nursing assistant students theory and supervise clinical instruction and guide students with hands on patient care and professional development
Registered Nurse -Perioperative nursing, recovery, and discharge care for outpatient patients
Deerpath Surgery Center
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Provide pre-perioperative care, perioperative care, and recovery
Nurse Consultant
Step by Step Daycare
06.2009 - 07.2018
- Conducted monthly health and safety evaluations
- Educated staff and family members on current healthcare topics
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Hammond, IN12-2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Hammond, IN05-2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05-2008
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL12-1999
Associate in science - Science
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL05-1999
Skills
- Perioperative Nursing
- Endoscopy Nursing
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Recovery/discharge Care
- Charge Nurse/Leadership
- CPR, ACLS, PALS instruction
- Nursing Assistant Education
- Patient Care
- Pediatric Care
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Infection Control & HIPPA compliance
- Patient Safety and Quality Improvement
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Illinois
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Nursing Assistant Theory and Clinical Instructor, Illinois
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Perioperative, Endoscopy, and Education Nursing
Amsurg Surgery Center
11.2020 - Current
CPR Instructor
Joliet Junior College
08.2020 - Current
Nursing Assistant Theory & Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Joliet Junior College
08.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse -Perioperative nursing, recovery, and discharge care for outpatient patients
Deerpath Surgery Center
10.2018 - 10.2020
Nurse Consultant
Step by Step Daycare
06.2009 - 07.2018
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Joliet Junior College
Associate in science - Science
Illinois Valley Community College