Melanie Schwendeman
Middlefield
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive Emergency Department experience. Specializes in acute trauma and emergency care, advocating for patients while ensuring effective communication and teamwork. Focused on continuous learning and implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital
Mayfield
11.2022 - Current
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
- Managed ventilators, cardiac monitors, and IV pumps to ensure optimal patient support in critical situations.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Performed patient assessments and diagnostic tests to deliver critical health information to physician.
- Assessed patient conditions and triaged cases in fast-paced emergency setting.
- Trained new nurses on best practices and protocols, enhancing team competency and patient safety.
- Supervised nursing staff, promoting adherence to care standards and improving patient outcomes.
- Coordinated staffing assignments to support consistent patient care.
Nurse Assistant
UH Geauga Medical Center
Chardon
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Assisted nurses with patient care tasks and daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, ensuring timely identification of changes in health status.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records, supporting accurate communication of patient needs and care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to deliver quality care.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their needs and concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Parma, OH08-2022
Skills
- Emergency response
- Patient assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Medical equipment management
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
Certification
BLS
NIHSS
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Nurse Assistant
UH Geauga Medical Center
06.2021 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College