Melanie Dean
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Resourceful emergency room nurse with five years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods. Versatile clinical research professional knowledgeable about coordinating patient information, laboratory samples and compliance documents for diverse clinical trials. Highly organized and thorough with good planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh , PA
04.2023 - Current
- Developed recruitment strategies for identifying potential participants for clinical research studies.
- Performed data collection activities such as chart reviews and patient interviews.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Relayed information such as requirements and instructions from clinical team to study participants.
- Screened research study candidates for eligibility and obtained consent documentation.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2018 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Bartender
Cattivo
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2009 - 09.2018
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2018
Skills
- Patient recruitment
- Clinical Documentation
- Informed Consent Process
- Monitoring
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Good Clinical Practices
- Time management abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Phlebotomy
Certification
- CPR (2024)
- PALS (2025)
Timeline
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
University of Pittsburgh
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
09.2018 - Current
Bartender
Cattivo
08.2009 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carlow University