Melanie Vilardo, APN-C, MSN, BSN
Newton,NJ
Summary
Empathetic Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care; coordinating care with patients and ancillary healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing almost 6 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions. Clinically trained with refined critical thinking skills necessary to advocate for patients through comprehensive assessment and essential intervention. Manages time caring for multiple patients at once. Establishes trusting relationship with patients.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Regional Cancer Care Associates
Newton, NJ
10.2019 - 04.2024
- Managed variety of hematological and oncological patients in their acute and chronic conditions during hospitalization.
- Educated patients regarding chemotherapy regimens, possible side effects and proper management of side effects.
- Assessed patients' needs and coordinated patient care with multidisciplinary teams including palliative/hospice services.
- Recorded patient medical history, assessment findings, test results and treatment plan in EHR.
- Discussed Advanced Care Planning including POLST and code status with terminal and non terminal patients.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and conditions through obtaining patient history, interpreting diagnostics and physical assessment.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Newton Urgent Care
Newton, NJ
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed ordered tests.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Applied splints & casts, sutured lacerations, cleaned/debrided wounds and applied dressings.
- Triaged patients and referred to higher level of care when necessary.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
REGISTERED NURSE
NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER
Newton, NJ
03.2002 - 06.2018
- 2 years Med-Surgical, 3 years Telemetry, 6 years in Ambulatory Services and 11 years in Critical Care
- Provided exceptional care to high-acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and post code management.
Admitting Hospitalist
Atlantic Medical Group
Hackettstown, NJ
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced hospital efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
- Expedited diagnosis and treatment by ordering appropriate tests and interpreting results accurately.
- Developed strong working relationships with nursing staff, fostering collaborative environment for improved patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability during high-stress situations, effectively managing competing priorities to ensure timely attention was given to all patients.
- Upheld ethical standards in practice by maintaining confidentiality and respecting autonomy of patients and their families in decision-making processes.
- Assessed patient health at admissions and regular intervals to stay on top of changing medical conditions.
- Updated charts in hospital system with full patient histories, diagnoses and observations from rounds.
Education
MASTER’S OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2018
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
MID-AMERICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Olathe, KS05.1997
Bachelor of Arts - BIOLOGY
MID-AMERICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Olathe, KS05.1992
Skills
- Acute care expertise
- Urgent Care Experience
- Oncology knowledge in diagnosis and treatment
- Palliative/End of Life care
- Recognize disease processes in reviewing lab results and diagnostic scans
- Perform Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy
- Suturing Experience
Affiliations
American Association of Critical Care Nurses
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Association
Certification
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
Advanced Nurse Practitioner NJ Nursing License
CDS/DEA Certification
Certified Oncology Nurse
Basic Life Support Certification
Advanced Life Support Certification
Timeline
Admitting Hospitalist
Atlantic Medical Group
03.2024 - Current
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Regional Cancer Care Associates
10.2019 - 04.2024
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Newton Urgent Care
08.2018 - 01.2020
REGISTERED NURSE
NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER
03.2002 - 06.2018
MASTER’S OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Walden University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
MID-AMERICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - BIOLOGY
MID-AMERICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
Advanced Nurse Practitioner NJ Nursing License
CDS/DEA Certification
Certified Oncology Nurse
Basic Life Support Certification
Advanced Life Support Certification
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