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Melinda Atchison

Eunice,LA

Summary

Responsible with excellent communication, organizational skills, and dedicated work ethic. I am interested in furthering my knowledge and experience as a RN-Charge Nurse within Opelousas General Health Systems.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Orthopedics/Pediatrics

Opelousas General Health Systems
08.2017 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.

Receptionist for Dr. Donald W. Barnes, Jr. OB/GYN

Hebert Medical Group
Eunice, LA
09.2005 - 08.2015
  • Receptionist duties: Checking patients in/out, scheduling appointments, preparing charts, scanning and uploading into EMR, gathering labs, radiology and pathology reports for physician review, physician referrals, insurance verification and surgery authorizations, data entry
  • Medical office assistant/nurse when appropriate: Patient triage, assisting OB/GYN with exams and procedures, patient injections, ordering medical supplies, notifying patients of results along with further instructions per physicians orders.

Clerical/Secretary

Nursing Specialties, Inc.
Lafayette, LA
12.2003 - 07.2005
  • Data Entry, Answering multi phone lines, Computer work (Microsoft, Excel, and Lewis System), Tracking patient visits, Ordering/Inventorying medical supplies/DME, Creating/Maintaining patient charts, Patient scheduling.

Store Manager

Subway Sandwiches & Salads
Jennings, LA
06.1996 - 12.2003
  • Basic computer work (Micros, Microsoft Word, Excel), Daily Deposits, Employee Hiring, Scheduling, Payroll, Weekly inventorying/ordering for business operation, Completing and Maintaining weekly WISR reports for food cost & other operational expenses.

Machine Operator

Jennings Manufacturing
Jennings, LA
06.1993 - 08.1995
  • Waist Band Seamstress

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Louisiana State University at Eunice
05.2017

Continuing Education Course -

McNeese State University
01.2000

General Studies -

Louisiana State University Eunice
05.1997

General Studies -

McNeese State University
12.1996

High School Diploma -

Iota High School
06.1993

Skills

  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Medical Assessment
  • Care Planning
  • Patient Management
  • Infectious Disease Control
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Patient Discharging
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medication and IV Administration
  • Medical Records Management
  • HIPAA Education
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • Patient Discharge
  • Infant CPR Certified
  • Licensed RN

References

  • Dr. Donald W. Barnes, Jr. OB/GYN, 3256 Hwy 190, Eunice, LA, 70535, (337) 580-1720

Certification

  • Registered Nurse 07-18-2017 to 01-31-2026
  • CPR 06-01-2017 to 04-31-2026
  • ACLS 04-18-2019 to 04-30-2025
  • PALS 03-31-2025

Timeline

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Orthopedics/Pediatrics

Opelousas General Health Systems
08.2017 - Current

Receptionist for Dr. Donald W. Barnes, Jr. OB/GYN

Hebert Medical Group
09.2005 - 08.2015

Clerical/Secretary

Nursing Specialties, Inc.
12.2003 - 07.2005

Store Manager

Subway Sandwiches & Salads
06.1996 - 12.2003

Machine Operator

Jennings Manufacturing
06.1993 - 08.1995

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Louisiana State University at Eunice

Continuing Education Course -

McNeese State University

General Studies -

Louisiana State University Eunice

General Studies -

McNeese State University

High School Diploma -

Iota High School

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