Melanie Milner
DNP, RN
Vernon,TX
Summary
Dedicated RN with nearly 20 years of experience, including maternal-child, medical-surgical, nursing management/infection control, hospice care, and clinical educator. Computer skilled and proficient in all documentation/record maintenance/paperwork to ensure accuracy and patient confidentiality. Experience with ensuring the fulfillment of educational goals and objectives of the Associate Degree Nursing Program and ensuring program compliance with the Texas Board of Nursing. Experienced nursing professional with proven teaching expertise and devotion to building up new nurses with skills necessary to excel in today's healthcare settings. Top-notch clinical expertise, sound judgment and strengths in workflow optimization and strategic planning. Vigilant and conscientious about isolating and resolving concerns by overseeing, educating, and directing others in a positive manner. Results-driven Clinical Supervisor successful in creating innovative educational programs. Works with nurse leaders and healthcare staff to improve patient care and outcomes. Focused on developing strong teams while serving as positive role model.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Homecare Clinical Supervisor
Hospice of Wichita Falls Inc.
03.2019 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while maintaining communication with referral sources, team physicians, interdisciplinary (IDT) team members, staff, patients, family members, and leadership staff as appropriate to promote excellent care
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective leadership, relationship-building, information exchange, emotional support, shared decision-making, and teaming with patients, families, and professional associates
- Assigned, managed, and oversaw activities of staff in assigned teams to ensure appropriateness of scheduling, documentation, and billing for services, while ensuring operational efficiency
- Participated in development of policies, procedures, clinical protocols, and service programs
- Participated in performance improvement to ensure compliance with professional practice standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead and directed team of 13 clinical personnel and support staff
- Designed targeted interventions in response to data-driven evaluations of existing programming, optimizing resources towards areas most critical for positive outcomes
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits of clinical records and procedures
- Utilized various outcome measures in order to evaluate effectiveness of interventions and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely assessments, treatment planning, and progress monitoring
Med-Surg Clinical Coordinator and Nursing Faculty
Vernon College
01.2015 - 08.2022
- Clinicals: Mother-Baby, Med-Surg, Psychiatric Mental Health
- Contributed to development of comprehensive nursing curriculum, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and industry best practices.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions on evidence-based nursing practices, encouraging critical thinking and application of knowledge.
- Developed strong rapport with students by maintaining open communication channels and demonstrating empathy towards their unique challenges.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating clinical simulations and real-world scenarios into lesson plans.
- Mentored and guided students through challenging clinical rotations, offering support and constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Promoted culture of safety within clinical setting by emphasizing adherence to established protocols and ethical guidelines.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing timely feedback and individualized coaching to promote academic success.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to associate degree students on topics such as pharmacology, introduction to nursing and health assessment.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Supervised and directed incoming nursing class consisting of 80 first year nursing students
Clinical Nurse Manager
Infection Prevention/Employee Health/Geriatric Mental Health
04.2010 - 07.2014
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to identify areas for potential enhancements in patient care delivery methods.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for nursing staff, promoting ongoing professional development within department.
- Introduced initiatives based on staff education, infection control audits, safe medication administration and proper wound care to achieve unit and facility goals.
- Evaluated hospital-onset and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis
- Introduced initiatives based on staff education, infection control audits, safe medication administration and proper wound care to achieve unit and facility goals
- Administered performance evaluations and probationary reviews to assess nursing personnel
- Reviewed charts weekly to complete quality control checks
- Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge, and delivery of care
- Maintained operating and physical plant costs for unit
- Ensured staffing costs remained within budgeted amounts
- Directed day-to-day nursing and operational functions for 10-bed nursing psychiatric behavioral health facility, ensuring exceptional delivery of care when developing well-rounded nursing teams
- Streamlined workflow for increased efficiency by optimizing scheduling and delegating tasks to appropriate staff members
- Championed patient advocacy, working collaboratively with healthcare providers to ensure that unique needs of each individual were met
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
URHCS
05.2005 - 06.2014
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on best practices in labor and delivery nursing through professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, or reading relevant literature.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within unit by participating in discussions regarding policies or procedures that could be optimized for better patient outcomes.
- Assisted in emergency situations such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation by following established protocols and working closely with fellow healthcare providers.
- Advocated for patient preferences within context of evidence-based practice guidelines, ensuring that individualized care plans are developed and followed throughout labor and delivery.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions through regular assessments and adjustments to care plans as needed, continuously striving for optimal patient outcomes in every case.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX 06.2021 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX 08.2014 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX 01.2011 - 08.2011
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Vernon Regional Junior College
Vernon, TX 08.2003 - 05.2005
Skills
Case Management
undefinedCertification
American Heart Association: Basic Life Support Instructor
Affiliations
- Member of Sigma Theta Tau National Honor Society of Nursing
- Texas Nurses Association (TNA) Member
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
Additional Information
- Wilbarger General Hospital Board of Directors 2015-2021, Served as Chairperson 2018-2021
Accomplishments
- Participated in Committee on Education, HOWF.
- Participated in Quality Assurance and Process Improvement Committee, WGH and HOWF.
- Participated in Textbook Approval Committee and Student Retention Committee, Vernon College.
Timeline
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
06.2021 - 08.2023
Homecare Clinical Supervisor
Hospice of Wichita Falls Inc.
03.2019 - Current
Med-Surg Clinical Coordinator and Nursing Faculty
Vernon College
01.2015 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
08.2014 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
01.2011 - 08.2011
Clinical Nurse Manager
Infection Prevention/Employee Health/Geriatric Mental Health
04.2010 - 07.2014
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
URHCS
05.2005 - 06.2014
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Vernon Regional Junior College
08.2003 - 05.2005
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