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MELANIE DAVIS

Lock Haven,PA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate nurse with a strong clinical experience foundation. Proficient in medication administration, patient progress monitoring, and delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout their healthcare journey. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and contribute to a positive healthcare experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ideal Pediatrics
10.2024 - Current

-Administrative Duties: Manage patient scheduling, referrals, and follow up appointments as needed. Ensure documentation is accurate, thorough and completed in a timely manner

-Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

-Phone Triage: Handle incoming patient calls, assess symptoms and provide guidance to parents using established Barton Schmidt protocols and escalate concerns to the physician.

-Patient Care: Greet and room patients ensuring a welcoming and child-friendly environment. Take accurate vital signs including height, weight, temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Document patient information un the electronic health record (EHR)

-Clinical Support: Assist with minor office procedures and administer immunizations to children following the CDC immunization schedule and best practice for vaccine administration. Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and equiptment.

-Administrative Duties: Manage patient scheduling, referrals, and follow up appointments as needed. Ensure documentation is accurate, thorough and completed in a timely manner.

Inpatient NICU Registered Nurse

Geisinger Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
  • - Provided direct care for critically ill newborns in a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • - Monitored and assessed newborns’ vital signs, performed physical examinations, and administered medications as prescribed
  • - Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for neonates with complex medical conditions
  • - Educated and supported families on infant care, including breastfeeding techniques, safe sleep practices, and neonatal development
  • - Maintained strict infection control measures and followed safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure a safe environment for neonates under care
  • - High frequency jet ventilation, high frequency oscillatory ventilation, convential ventilation, CPAP

Certified Medical Assistant

UPMC
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • - Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations, procedures, and treatments, ensuring a comfortable and efficient healthcare experience for each patient
  • - Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, including medical history, vital signs, and treatment plans, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations
  • - Prepared and administered medications, injections, and immunizations, following established protocols and maintaining patient safety and well-being
  • - Conducted laboratory tests and collected specimens, accurately documenting and reporting results to facilitate diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions
  • - Collaborated with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive patient care, actively participating in care coordination, patient education, and treatment planning
  • - Worked alongside a Certified Nurse Midwife to provide care to expecting mothers as well as post-partum follow ups

Certified Medical Assistant

Geisinger
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • - Provided exceptional patient care by taking vital signs, prepping examination rooms, and assisting physicians during medical procedures
  • - Administered medications and injections as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accuracy and adherence to proper protocols
  • - Managed electronic health records, updating patient information, scheduling appointments, and maintaining confidentiality
  • - Conducted patient education sessions on postoperative care, medication administration, and overall health management
  • - Collaborated with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care, ensuring seamless and efficient service delivery

Lead Sales Associate

Dollar General
11.2016 - 06.2018
  • - Provided exceptional customer service by assisting customers with product selection, answering inquiries, and resolving issues
  • - Acted as manager on duty in manager’s absence
  • - Accountable for all currency transaction in the store
  • - Monitored new sales associates

Data Entry Specialist

Medical Diagnostic, LLC
03.2015 - 08.2016
  • - Specialized in data entry, filing, and organizing test requisition charts
  • - Completed tasks with accuracy and efficiency
  • - Met requirements for WPM typing to satisfy quota for data entry
  • - Reviewed assigned tasks for errors

Education

Associates of Science - Nursing

Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA
05.2023

Certification - Medical Assistant

Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA
01.2018

Skills

  • NRP
  • BLS
  • Wound care
  • Medication administration
  • Recording vitals
  • Time management
  • Organization

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ideal Pediatrics
10.2024 - Current

Inpatient NICU Registered Nurse

Geisinger Medical Center
08.2023 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

UPMC
08.2019 - 08.2020

Certified Medical Assistant

Geisinger
06.2018 - 08.2018

Lead Sales Associate

Dollar General
11.2016 - 06.2018

Data Entry Specialist

Medical Diagnostic, LLC
03.2015 - 08.2016

Associates of Science - Nursing

Lock Haven University

Certification - Medical Assistant

Lock Haven University
MELANIE DAVIS