Melanie Ervin
Elkhart
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished healthcare professional with over 26 years of nursing experience, specializing in medical-surgical, neurology, emergency care, and psychiatric settings. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care is complemented by leadership roles as a core charge nurse and preceptor. Recognized for adaptability in high-pressure environments and near-perfect IV skills, multiple patient and family-nominated Daisy Awards highlight a commitment to excellence in patient outcomes. This portfolio reflects a steadfast dedication to nursing and a passion for positively impacting the lives of patients and their families.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Medical Neurology Unit, Emergency Department, IV Team
Elkhart General Hospital
04.2018 - Current
- Core charge on Med Neuro unit. Assisting staff with daily tasks, delegating, scheduling, auditing, and rounding with physicians. Meeting with case manager to determine unit needs as well as assisting with length of stay. Starting IV's, obtaining EKG's drawing labs etc. Communicating with physicians, radiology dept, pharmacy, the O.R and families etc. Assessing response to treatments carried out.
- 2018-2019 Vascular Access Team placing Picc Lines, Midlines, and difficult IV placements.
- 2018-2019 ER Assessing patients, obtaining IV access, labs, and, ekg's, etc. Follow through with any orders. and discharging or admitting to the floor, communicating with medics and ER physicians
RN, PACU Phase 1, 2 / GI Pre-Op
Riverpoint Surgery Center
08.2017 - 04.2018
- PACU 1 & 2 and Pre-Op GI - Direct patient care in the peri-operative setting. Ongoing and thorough assessment of all patients. Obtaining EKG's and lab specimens per physician orders, report abnormal finding immediately to physicians. Assistance with moderate sedation, nerve blocks, placement of PICC lines/Midlines/IV's patient monitoring, post surgical care phase 1 and 2. Preparing the patient and family for discharge to home.
RN, Pre-Op RN/PICC Nurse/Team Lead
Unity Medical Surgical Hospital
08.2012 - 04.2017
- Direct patient care in the peri-operative setting. Ongoing and thorough assessment of all patients. Obtaining EKG's and lab specimens per physician orders, report abnormal finding immediately to physicians. Assistance with moderate sedation, nerve blocks, placement of PICC lines/Midlines/IV's patient monitoring, post surgical care phase 1 and 2. Preparing the patient and family for discharge to home or admitting to the floor. Scheduling for of preop/post op employees, relieving for lunches, assistance in education and orientation of new team members, maintenance of accurate inventory of medication, supplies and equipment by use of appropriate documentation and cost effective methods. Effective and appropriate communication throughout the peri-operative period to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Science of Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah06.2020
Associate Degree - Science of Nursing
Southwestern Michigan College
Dowagiac, MI01.2008
Technical Certificate - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
South Bend, IN01.1998
Skills
- Core Charge
- NIHSS Certified
- Peritoneal Dialysis Certified
- IV Team
- Preceptor/Superuser
- ACLS Cerrtified
Accomplishments
Multiple Daisy awards from patients and families.
Certification
NIHSS
ACLS
Peritoneal Dialysis
Timeline
RN, Medical Neurology Unit, Emergency Department, IV Team
Elkhart General Hospital
04.2018 - Current
RN, PACU Phase 1, 2 / GI Pre-Op
Riverpoint Surgery Center
08.2017 - 04.2018
RN, Pre-Op RN/PICC Nurse/Team Lead
Unity Medical Surgical Hospital
08.2012 - 04.2017
Associate Degree - Science of Nursing
Southwestern Michigan College
Technical Certificate - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Bachelors Degree - Science of Nursing
Western Governors University