Melanie Gonzalez Tamayo

Cape Coral

Summary

Compassionate and highly motivated Registered Nurse with experience in emergency and medical-surgical settings. Since obtaining RN licensure in 2021, has developed strong clinical judgment, leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex patient populations in fast-paced environments. Currently serving as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator in the Emergency Department, supporting patient flow, staff coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration, and quality care delivery. Seeking to advance clinical expertise and expand scope of practice through Family Nurse Practitioner education to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care across the lifespan.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Emergency Department Registered Nurse / Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC)

HCA Florida Cape Coral Emergency

Cape Coral

04.2022 - Current

Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients across the lifespan presenting with acute/chronic illness exacerbation, trauma, and medical emergencies.
Perform rapid patient assessments, triage, and prioritization of care in the emergency department.
Administer emergency medications, IV therapies, and advanced interventions in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
Monitor and manage critically ill patients, recognizing early signs of deterioration and initiating timely interventions.
Serve as Clinical Nurse Coordinator, assisting with department operations, patient flow, and staff support to ensure efficient and safe care delivery.
Facilitate communication between providers, nursing staff, and ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes.
Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, discharge instructions, and disease management.

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital

Port Charlotte

09.2021 - 04.2022

Provided direct nursing care for adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions.
Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, medication administration, and care coordination.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Delivered patient education to promote recovery and prevent hospital readmission.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

Minneapolis, MN

Associates Degree - Nursing

FVI School of Nursing

Miramar, FL

Skills

- Emergency and Comprehensive Assessment

- Rapid Clinical Decision-Making
- Triage and Patient Prioritization

- Emergency Medication Administration

- Patient and Family Education

- Team coordination and supervision

- Mentorship and preceptorship