Melanie Pugh
Arden,NC
Summary
Registered Nurse with 28 years of experience in vascular access and infusion therapy, specializing in central catheter placement and chemotherapy infusion. Proven leader with a history of committee involvement and policy development. Skilled in mentoring new hires and delivering educational presentations. Former President of the Upstate SC Chapter of the Infusion Nurses Society.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mission Health System
05.2000 - 07.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments for vascular access needs
- Independently inserted internal jugular central catheters with precision
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans
- Developed and revised departmental policies and procedures
- Provided mentorship and training to new nursing staff, fostering a collaborative work environment
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Messino Cancer Center
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Infusion Nurse
Mission Outpatient Infusion Center
01.2012 - 11.2012
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Skills
- Central catheter placement
- Patient education and mentoring
- Infusion therapy expertise
- Policy and procedure development
- Committee leadership
- Computer skilled with Microsoft Office, Cerner and ONCO EMR
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Certification
Certified Registered Nurse Infusion
Timeline
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse - Messino Cancer Center
07.2024 - 03.2025
Infusion Nurse - Mission Outpatient Infusion Center
01.2012 - 11.2012
Registered Nurse - Mission Health System
05.2000 - 07.2024
Western Carolina University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Region A Nursing Consortium - Associate of Applied Science, Nursing
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