Melanie Scalf
Cincinnati
Summary
Compassionate and highly experienced Registered Nurse with nearly 30 years of expertise in Labor & Delivery and Postpartum Care. Proven ability to provide exceptional patient centered care, support all stages of pregnancy, educate patients and families, and collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Known for calm clinical judgment, strong advocacy for mothers and newborns, and commitment to safety, quality outcomes, and emotional support during childbirth and recovery.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Anderson Hospital
Cincinnati
02.2013 - Current
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure clear communication regarding patient care plans and needs.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
Registered Nurse, Fertility Center
Bethesda North Hospital
Cincinnati
12.2010 - 06.2013
- Facilitated effective communication between patients and healthcare team to ensure clarity in treatment plans and patient concerns.
- Provided Pre, Post, and Intra Operative care of women undergoing egg retrievals for In-Vitro Fertilization
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
St. Luke Hospital
Ft. Thomas
06.1997 - 09.2010
- Assisted in monitoring patients during labor and delivery processes.
- Performed surgical roles as a Circulating Nurse and First Assistant during surgical procedures such as Cesarean Sections, Dilation & Curettage, and Tubal Ligations
- Observed and documented patient conditions during prenatal and postnatal care.
- Engaged with families to provide emotional support during childbirth experience.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY12-1997
Skills
- Labor & Delivery Nursing
- Patient Advocacy & Emotional Support
- Fetal Monitoring
- Postpartum & Newborn Care
- Patient Assessment
- Surgical Assistance
- Medical Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Emotional Support
- Emergency OB Response
- Patient & Family Education
- Emergency OB Response
- IV Therapy & Medication Administration
- Lactation Support
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) State of Ohio
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Anderson Hospital
02.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse, Fertility Center
Bethesda North Hospital
12.2010 - 06.2013
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
St. Luke Hospital
06.1997 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University