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Melanie Leniar

West Orange,NJ

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressing career in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent patient care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Burn Step Down/Burn ICU

RWJ Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
  • Administered dermatological treatments and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Educated patients on skincare routines and post-treatment care to enhance recovery outcomes.
  • Collaborated with medical team to develop individualized care plans for diverse skin conditions.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patient skin conditions, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records.
  • Advocated for patients by addressing concerns and providing resources for ongoing skin health support.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry

RWJ Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Coordinated and collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to assess, diagnose, and deliver appropriate treatment to critical care patients while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Implemented interventions such as administering medications via oral, IV, and IM, catheter insertions, and airway management and monitored for therapeutic responses.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Education

Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ
01-2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Rutgers School of Nursing
New Brunswick, NJ
05.2023

Skills

  • JH-AMP Mobility Advocate
  • Daisy Award Nominee
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Patient Safety
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Medical Procedure Preparation

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (RN)- Board of Nursing, License # 26NR25274300
  • BLS-CPR Certification
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Botox, Xeomin, and Dysport Certification
  • Dermal Filler Certification
  • Hormone Pellet Certification

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Burn Step Down/Burn ICU

RWJ Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
08.2024 - 06.2025

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry

RWJ Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
08.2023 - 07.2024

Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Rutgers School of Nursing

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