Melia Ruholt
Huntington
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare Professional with extensive experience in Critical Care. Proficient in advanced patient assessment, life support techniques, and medical equipment operation, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Skilled in training and mentoring new nursing staff, while demonstrating strong team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, ICU
Cabell Huntington Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Ensured high-quality patient care through effective assessment and vital sign monitoring.
- Enhanced ICU workflow efficiency by supporting nursing staff with routine tasks.
- Collaborated in interdisciplinary team meetings to optimize patient care strategies.
- Operated advanced medical equipment for effective patient monitoring and treatment.
- Maintained sterile environment, strictly adhering to infection control protocols.
- Developed clinical skills through continuous education and training programs.
RN, ICU Float
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
07.2012 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and health status, swiftly identifying changes to initiate appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Skilled in different critical care areas such as trauma, pediatrics, neonatal, open heart and surgical
- Serve as a charge nurse responsible for multiple staff and hospital bed flow
LPN Field Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
07.2012 - 07.2012
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by administering effective patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess and address patient health needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, improving adherence to treatments.
- Recorded patient progress in electronic health records, enhancing care continuity and communication.
LPN
Thomas Memorial Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2012
- Enhanced patient safety by administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Supported wound care management and upheld patient hygiene protocols effectively.
- Developed personalized care plans through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and strategies for medication adherence.
- Cared for post-surgical urology and orthopedic patients, ensuring optimal recovery.
Education
No Degree - Pre Nursing
Marshall University
Huntington, West Virginia, WVNo Degree - Pre Nursing
West Virginia State University
South Charleston, WVBachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio, OH12-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Mary's School of Nursing
Huntington, West Virginia, WV12-2017
LPN - LPN
Garnet Career Center
Charleston, WV07-2010
Skills
- Telemetry monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Advanced life support
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Reliable and responsible
Accomplishments
- Intensive Care - Responsible for unit of 18 patients, providing daily functions such as grooming, bathing, feeding and turning in bed.
- CAMC Nurse Excellence 2015
Timeline
RN, ICU
Cabell Huntington Hospital
01.2021 - Current
RN, ICU Float
Charleston Area Medical Center Health System Inc.
07.2012 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
07.2012 - 07.2012
LPN
Thomas Memorial Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2012
No Degree - Pre Nursing
Marshall University
No Degree - Pre Nursing
West Virginia State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Mary's School of Nursing
LPN - LPN
Garnet Career Center