Melanie Patrick

Responsible for the care of pediatric patients with all types of medical conditions that are capable of being care for in their own homes.

• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
• Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
• Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
• Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
• Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
• Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
• Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
• Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standa

• Actively sought opportunities to mentor new rehab nurses entering the field.
• Provided emotional support to patients dealing with long-term disabilities or chronic illnesses.
• Performed wound care management including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation.
• Conducted regular follow-up visits to evaluate effectiveness of treatments and modify as needed.
• Attended continuing education classes and workshops relevant to current trends in rehabilitation nursing.
• Implemented evidence based practice guidelines into daily nursing practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation techniques such as exercise programs, therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment use.
• Participated in research projects aimed at improving rehabilitation standards of care.
• Developed patient discharge plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provided patient education on disease processes, treatments and self-management strategies.
• Assessed patient physical, psychological and social needs to develop individualized care plans.
• Educated staff nurses on rehabilitation principles, protocols and practices.
• Facilitated communication between patient families and other healthcare providers regarding care plan development.
• Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Evaluated patient's response to rehabilitative treatments while providing encouragement throughout recovery process.
• Maintained accurate records of nursing assessments, interventions, evaluations and progress notes.
• Monitored vital signs, neurological function and pain levels of patients during treatment sessions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for patients.
• Initiated referrals for additional services such as home health or hospice when necessary.
• Managed pain relief through administration of pharmacological agents or non-pharmacological methods such as relaxation techniques.
• Developed patient education materials tailored to specific diagnosis or disability level.
• Educated patients regarding their condition, prognosis and therapeutic interventions.
• Monitored vital signs, administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Supported family members during recovery process by providing emotional support and guidance.
• Assisted in developing discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care to home or alternate facility setting.
• Supervised physical therapy aides and monitored their performance ensuring quality standards were met.
• Assessed patients to determine rehabilitation needs, developed individualized treatment plans and provided education on lifestyle modifications.
• Coordinated communication between therapy staff, family members and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care plan.
• Counseled patients about appropriate self-care strategies for managing chronic medical conditions.
• Evaluated effectiveness of treatments based on patient's response to intervention.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized rehabilitation programs for patients.
• Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings including acute care, long-term care, home health and outpatient clinics.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
• Participated in continuing education activities to stay current with best practices related to rehabilitative nursing services.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of physical, psychological and social functioning of clients.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments and progress notes in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
• Assisted with transition planning following discharge from rehabilitation program into community living environment.
• Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed care plans.
• Monitored and documented vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
• Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
• Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, procedures, and examinations.
• Performed wound care, including dressing changes and infection control measures.
• Managed intravenous therapy administration, monitoring, and documentation.
• Supervised nursing assistants in providing safe patient care.
• Utilized electronic medical records for accurate charting and reporting.
• Prioritized patient needs based on acuity and urgency levels.
• Coordinated discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions of care.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols and standards.
• Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills.
• Acted as a liaison between patients, families, providers, and insurance companies.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
• Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.

• Facilitated group therapy sessions for a variety of behavioral health issues such as depression and anxiety.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop treatment plans that addressed the holistic needs of each patient.
• Instructed patients on proper medication usage and side effects management techniques.
• Assisted in developing behavior modification strategies designed to reduce symptoms associated with mental illnesses.
• Evaluated client responses to interventions in order to modify treatment plan accordingly.
• Educated family members on self-care techniques for dealing with challenging behaviors at home.
• Maintained accurate patient records according to HIPAA guidelines while adhering to quality standards established by the organization.
• Administered psychotropic medications following established protocols under physician's direction.
• Developed discharge summaries outlining post-treatment recommendations for follow-up care after discharge from facility.
• Monitored patient vital signs, including pulse rate, blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, weight changes and other medical indicators.
• Provided case management services including referrals for community resources when necessary.
• Planned and implemented individualized care plans to meet the physical, emotional, and mental health needs of clients.
• Created therapeutic relationships with clients through empathetic listening skills and active engagement during counseling sessions.
• Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in acute distress.
• Participated in weekly clinical meetings with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals to discuss cases and share best practices.
• Advised patients regarding available support groups within their local communities.
• Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings between physicians, social workers, therapists, counselors, nurses, in order to ensure continuity of care.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
• Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
• Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
• Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
• Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
• Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed care plans.
• Monitored and documented vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
• Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
• Utilized electronic medical records for accurate charting and reporting.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols and standards.
• Led patient care conferences to discuss treatment goals and progress updates.

•care and assessment of newborn immediately upon delivery of infant

•routine lab work of newborn

•vital signs and monitoring until stable

•Newborn hearing screen

•Mother/Baby

•Developed and implemented care plans for Newborn

•Maintainted charting and hippa regualations

•Photograohed newborns

•administer iv medications to infant when necessary and monitored

•administer phototherapy to newborns with acute abnormal bilirubins per dr orders

•initiated and monitored initial feeding of formula to newborn and monitors weight gain and initial length and additions measurements and created newborn footprint record per state regulations

• attended all vaginal and c section births to resume care of newborn

•discharge planning and education

•assisted mother with breastfeeding newborn

• Initiated discharge planning process for each assigned patient upon admission.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Conducted comprehensive physical assessments to identify problems or issues requiring medical intervention or follow-up care.

• Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
• Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
• Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
• Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
• Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
• Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
• Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
• Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
• Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
• Conducted immunization programs and sight and hearing testing.
• Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
• Changed dressings on wounds.
• Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
• Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
• Counseled and educated students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues.
• Implemented normal growth and development screenings to identify health problems.
• Conducted formal and informal evaluations of medical conditions and developed accurate medical summaries on students.
• Coordinated with outside medical providers regarding student care.
• Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for providing quality care to students.
• Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
• Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
• Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
• Assisted in the management of communicable diseases among students.
• Performed routine inspections of the school premises to identify any potential hazards or risks to student safety.
• Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
• Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students.
• Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
• Instructed classes on nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Attended professional development conferences related to pediatric nursing topics.
• Provided resources and referrals to families concerning community healthcare services.
• Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
• Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
• Organized health awareness activities throughout the year such as flu shot clinics.
• Reviewed and updated existing protocols for various health-related topics such as allergies or asthma attacks.
• Actively participated in developing new strategies for promoting healthy lifestyles among children.
• Maintained accurate records of student health information.
• Investigated incidents of abuse or neglect reported by faculty members or other staff members.
• Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
• Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed care plans.
• Monitored and documented vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
• Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
• Triaged incoming patients in fast-paced emergency settings.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, procedures, and examinations.
• Performed wound care, including dressing changes and infection control measures.
• Managed intravenous therapy administration, monitoring, and documentation.
• Supervised nursing assistants in providing safe patient care.
• Utilized electronic medical records for accurate charting and reporting.
• Prioritized patient needs based on acuity and urgency levels.
• Coordinated discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions of care.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols and standards.
• Led patient care conferences to discuss treatment goals and progress updates.
• Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills.
• Acted as a liaison between patients, families, providers, and insurance companies.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices.
• Delivered culturally competent care tailored to diverse patient populations.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
• Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.

• RN Circulator CV surgery
• Assessment not patient preop,op and postop
• Open sterile field and maintain
• Open supplies using sterile technique
• Assist anesthesia with iv, arterial and pa lines by setting up equipment and checking prior to patient starting surgery and assist anesthesia and perfusions with equipment. Patient care and medications .
• Maintain documentation
• Assist surgeon with defibrillation of patient coming off heart lung machine
• Communicate with families regarding patient status
• Reporting to recovery /icu to transfer of care
• Sterilization of surgery tools