Melanie Molyneaux
Clayton,NC
Summary
Healthcare professional with experience in critical care environments. Adept at managing complex patient cases and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability and a results-driven approach in dynamic healthcare settings. Skills include patient assessment, critical decision-making, and advanced life support.
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Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
UNC Johnston Health
06.2024 - Current
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Emergency Room Technician II
UNC Johnston Health
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Enhanced ER efficiency through proficient use of medical equipment like EKG machines and vital sign monitors.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
Pediatric Nurse Aide I/Secretary
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients and families to enhance patient experience and promote healing.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Administrative Assistant/HIPAA Privacy Officer
Clayton Pediatric Dentistry
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Improved document processing speed by introducing automated templates for routine correspondence.
- Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
- Contributed to policy updates, researching regulations to ensure company compliance.
- Facilitated training sessions for new software tools, increasing team productivity and reducing learning curves.
- Obtained prior authorization and precertification for outpatient procedures.
Patient Care Coordinator
Clayton Pediatric Dentistry
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, answering questions, and ensuring patient satisfaction with their care experience at the clinic.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
- Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
- Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
- Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Specialist
US Army
07.2005 - 07.2015
- Maintained a high state of readiness, ensuring all detection equipment was properly calibrated and functional.
- Conducted regular inspections of storage facilities housing hazardous materials to ensure proper safety measures were in place.
- Educated fellow service members on protective measures that can be taken against various types of hazards encountered in the field.
- Increased team efficiency through development of standard operating procedures for chemical, biological, and radiological operations.
- Served as an integral team member during exercises simulating chemical, biological, or radiological attacks to ensure a comprehensive and effective response.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Online04.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wilson Community College
Wilson, NC05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
DeVry University
Online12.2015
Skills
- Intensive care unit experience
- Central line management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Chest tube management
- Airway management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- HIPAA education
- Wound care management
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Blood transfusion administration
- Medication administration
- Electronic charting
- Microsoft office
- Teamwork
Certification
- Registered Nurse - NCBON - 02/2026
- Registered Health Information Technician - AHIMA - 06/2026
Accomplishments
- Successfully streamlined electronic intake forms from paper forms.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
- American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Work Preference
Work Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work from home optionLanguages
English
Native or Bilingual
Software
EPIC
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Teams
Allscripts
Dentrix
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
UNC Johnston Health
06.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Technician II
UNC Johnston Health
12.2023 - 06.2024
Pediatric Nurse Aide I/Secretary
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
02.2022 - 05.2023
Administrative Assistant/HIPAA Privacy Officer
Clayton Pediatric Dentistry
07.2020 - 02.2022
Patient Care Coordinator
Clayton Pediatric Dentistry
07.2020 - 03.2021
Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Specialist
US Army
07.2005 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wilson Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
DeVry University
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