Melinda Carl
Wirtz,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable Weekend Supervisor well-versed in clinical procedures, standard practices and compliance requirements. Talent for stepping into diverse areas of operations to make effective contributions. Hardworking and self-motivated with advanced skills in nursing and 12 years of progressive experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weekend Supervisor
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
Rich Creek, VA
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Instructed and supervised staff to ensure efficient operations of the weekend shift.
- Developed strategies to optimize customer service and satisfaction.
- Enforced safety regulations and ensured a safe working environment for employees.
- Monitored employee performance, providing guidance and direction when necessary.
- Conducted weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress, goals, and any issues or concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and communicated resolution to customers.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, sales data, payroll information.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
Director of Nursing
Interim Home Health Care
Lynchburg, VA
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
Director of Nursing
Rocky Mount Health and Rehab
Rocky Mount, VA
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
RN Wound Nurse/Infection Prevention
Rocky Mount Health and Rehab
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Assessing complex patient wounds when they develop or upon admittance.
- Cleaning patient wounds to remove bacteria and debris to minimize the risk of infection.
- Dressing patient wounds to create a barrier against bacteria.
- Teaching patients and staff to properly care for/prevent wounds.
- Completing paperwork for patient records.
- Reporting changes of condition to MD.
- Conducted surveillance for health care acquired infections.
- Provided education to new hires/staff concerning infection prevention.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Provided monthly and quarterly infection control reports.
LPN Charge Nurse
Rocky Mount Health and Rehab
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Administer ordered medication to residents.
- Supervise CNAs
- Provide assistance to patients for ADLs
- Chart any changes/updates on patients
LPN Charge Nurse
Franklin Health and Rehab
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
LPN Charge Nurse
Avante at Roanoke
07.2013 - 01.2016
- Worked weekends on Vent unit
LPN Charge Nurse
Gretna Health and Rehab
07.2011 - 03.2013
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
Education
Master of Science -
Chamberlain University
09-2025
BSN -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois City, IL04.2023
Registered Nurse -
ECPI
Licensed Practical Nursing -
ECPI
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Time management and stamina
- Wound care
- Teamwork and dependability
- Good communication skills
- Ethics and confidentiality
Activities
Currently a management team member at my current place of employment.
Certification
- Infection Prevention
- Wound Care Certified
Timeline
Weekend Supervisor
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
10.2023 - 01.2024
Director of Nursing
Interim Home Health Care
05.2023 - 09.2023
Director of Nursing
Rocky Mount Health and Rehab
01.2023 - 04.2023
RN Wound Nurse/Infection Prevention
Rocky Mount Health and Rehab
06.2021 - 01.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Rocky Mount Health and Rehab
02.2019 - 12.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Franklin Health and Rehab
03.2016 - 12.2018
LPN Charge Nurse
Avante at Roanoke
07.2013 - 01.2016
LPN Charge Nurse
Gretna Health and Rehab
07.2011 - 03.2013
Master of Science -
Chamberlain University
BSN -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Registered Nurse -
ECPI
Licensed Practical Nursing -
ECPI