Melanie Weese
Golden ,IL
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Illinois Veteran's Home of Quincy. Proven expertise in medication administration and patient assessments, enhancing care quality and safety. Strong clinical leadership and team collaboration resulted in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Committed to fostering professional development among nursing staff while advocating for patient rights.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Illinois Veteran's Home of Quincy
Quincy, IL
06.2012 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments to gather vital information for care planning.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
- Participated in infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Engaged in ongoing training to develop clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and life style.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Blessing Hospital
Quincy, IL
01.2009 - 06.2012
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding and adherence to care instructions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance in clinical settings.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with mental health disorders, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Led crisis intervention efforts, de-escalating situations to maintain a safe environment for all individuals.
- Advocated for patient rights, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and regulatory requirements in mental health settings.
- Conducted thorough assessments of mental health status, identifying risk factors and developing appropriate interventions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions with effective discharge planning and patient education.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
John Wood Community College
Quincy, Il05.2008
High School Diploma -
Camp Point Central
Camp Point, IL05.2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Staff supervision
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Staff scheduling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Illinois Veteran's Home of Quincy
06.2012 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Blessing Hospital
01.2009 - 06.2012
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
John Wood Community College
High School Diploma -
Camp Point Central