MELEAH REINHART
New Ulm,MN
Summary
Registered Nurse with hands-on experience in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring across nursing home and clinical settings. Uses Epic charting, clear communication, and teamwork to support care plans, coordinate with physicians and families, and respond quickly to changes in patient condition.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
St. James, MN
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses per Mayo Clinic Health System protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and care teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
- Worked with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided education to patients and families on medications, symptoms, and discharge instructions to ensure understanding and compliance.
- Coordinated admissions, transfers, and discharge workflows across clinical units to streamline patient care and enhance efficiency.
- Applied critical thinking skills to analyze complex clinical situations to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed patient conditions and recorded findings in electronic health records.
Registered Nurse
Oak Hills Living Center
New Ulm, Minnesota
02.2026 - Current
- Conducted resident assessments and updated care plans to ensure personalized care in nursing home settings.
- Administered medications and observed resident responses following nursing home protocols.
- Coordinated resident care needs with physicians and families to enhance communication and streamline treatment plans.
- Assisted with the supervision of nursing assistants and reviewed daily resident care tasks.
- Provided wound care and monitored resident skin integrity.
- Followed infection control procedures and facility safety standards.
- Responded promptly to changes in resident condition by implementing interventions and notifying the healthcare team. to changes in resident condition or behavior by starting appropriate interventions or notifying the physician and healthcare team members immediately.
Resident Assistant
Ridgeway by Vista Prairie
New Ulm, MN
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Administered daily medications and PRNs to residents.
- Assisted residents with oxygen management.
- Answered resident call lights promptly to address immediate needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal needs.
- Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with directions to resident rooms and addressing family member inquiries.
- Facilitated monthly staff meetings to discuss and address resident needs.
Substitute Teacher
New Ulm Public Schools
New Ulm, MN
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Consistently requested by teachers as a substitute teacher due to positive referrals and effective classroom management.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Implemented classroom plans left by class teacher to enhance student learning and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained classroom routines and schedules to create stable learning environments for students.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Youth Summer Camp Counselor
Marshall Area YMCA
Marshall, MN
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided emotional support to campers, fostering a sense of belonging within the community.
- Assisted in planning and executing engaging camp day activities, enhancing camper participation and enjoyment.
- Promoted teamwork and camaraderie among campers through group games and team-building exercises, fostering a supportive camp environment.
- Maintained accurate records of camper attendance, incident reports, and medical information, ensuring safety and compliance during activities.
- Collaborated with team members during pre-season training sessions in order to build a cohesive counselor unit and provide the best possible care to campers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Mankato06-2025
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- IV therapy administration
- Wound care
- Chronic wound care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Assessment techniques
- Infection control measures
- Safety protocols
- Epic charting proficiency
- Critical thinking skills
- Time management
Interests
I am interested in the outdoors and really enjoy being outside. I enjoy participating in weightlifting, walking, and other physical activities for overall physical and mental well-being. I enjoy working with children and have enjoyed multiple summers working as a youth camp leader. In my free time you may also find me playing with cats and dogs at my local animal shelter.
Accomplishments
Throughout my time at Rasmussen University, I have been on the Dean's List for 7 consecutive quarters.
Professional Experience
Organized a Blood Drive for the Mankato Community, Volunteer, Mankato, MN, 2025-01, 2025-03, Assisted with special events and programs., Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning., Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Certification
- Registered Nurse, RN BSN
- CPR certified
References
- Carmen Broste, RN BSN (507)233-0800
- Kelly Wohlford, RN MSN (507)995-0329 Kelly.Wohlford@rasmussen.edu
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Oak Hills Living Center
02.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
08.2025 - Current
Resident Assistant
Ridgeway by Vista Prairie
08.2023 - 10.2025
Substitute Teacher
New Ulm Public Schools
01.2023 - 06.2023
Youth Summer Camp Counselor
Marshall Area YMCA
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University