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Melinda Schmidt

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in women's health and the pediatric population. Possesses a talent for effectively navigating challenges, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach. Able to tackle new tasks with confidence. Known for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Forensic Nurse Examiner

Honorhealth
02.2024 - Current
  • Completion of medical forensic exam, Specimen and evidence collection, Photographing injuries when applicable
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, STI medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Collaboration with other FNE's and law enforcement throughout The Valley of Arizona

Interventional Radiology Nurse

Phoenix Children's Hospital
04.2023 - Current
  • Performed effective and efficient patient assessments, anticipating and preparing for potential issues and procedures.
  • Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
  • Interacted with physicians and kept up to date on patient health and issues detected during assessments.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies and procedures to keep patient charts updated.

Registered Nurse

Choices Pregnancy Center
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Providing limited ultrasounds and education to new parents of unplanned pregnancies.
  • Providing STD testing, tests of cures and treatments to expecting mothers.
  • Educated on resources available to each patient, with individualized plans
  • Led Nurse classes to education on early infancy, delivery
  • Led staff education training on Medical Forensic Examinations

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Phoenix Children's Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Education

Forensic Nursing, IAFN

University of Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University, College of Nursing And Health Care Professions
Phoenix, Arizona
12.2021

Skills

  • Continuing education
  • Evidence collection
  • Trauma assessment
  • Care assessments
  • Critical Care
  • Physician Collaboration
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Interventional radiology procedures
  • Patient-centered care
  • Women's health exams
  • STD care and counseling

Accomplishments

  • NIH Stroke Scale- Test Group A Exp: June 2026
  • American Heart Association BLS Certification Exp: August 2025
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Savers Exp: August 2025
  • Registered Nurse Exp: April 2026

Timeline

Forensic Nurse Examiner

Honorhealth
02.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Choices Pregnancy Center
08.2023 - 09.2024

Interventional Radiology Nurse

Phoenix Children's Hospital
04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Phoenix Children's Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2023

Forensic Nursing, IAFN

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University, College of Nursing And Health Care Professions

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