Melinda Walker

• Monitored patient vitals, alertness, breathing and pain levels to notify assigned physician of observed complications.
• Obtained and administered medications or intravenous solutions to patients to decrease pain levels and replace lost fluids.
• Conducted thorough post-operative patient assessments to determine patient condition and readiness for discharge.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Educated patients about post-operative instructions for medication administration, infection complications and preventive health measures.

• 12 week temporary assignment as Manager until new leaders were onboarded. Contract ends December 9th, 2022 and will be relocating back to Oklahoma.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
• Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
• Reviewed and updated policies.

• Completed Travel contract/OneStaff Medical
• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
• Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
• Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
• Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
• Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
• Charge Nurse

• Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
• Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
• Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

• Managed over 45 employees for a busy antepartum, labor and delivery, postpartum, and special care nursery.
• Implemented and educated patients, staff and physicians for the Women's Center Baby Friendly Designation.
• Responsible for annual budget development and monthly operating statements for a busy Labor and Delivery/Postpartum/Nursery unit.
• Monitored daily productivity to align with financial goals of the institution.
• Ensured unit compliance with Joint Commission by developing programs for consistent readiness for staff.
• Collaborate with the CNO and President on quality improvement and clinical outcomes. Accountable for ensuring quality patient care through direct supervision.
• Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge and delivery of care.

• Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
• Assisted with care for expectant mothers from beginning to end of term, including monitoring labs, examining ultrasounds and informing mothers on what to expect in next stages of pregnancy.
• Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Assigned nurse and support staff to patient care as Lead nurse while managing goals for unit.
• Nurse circulator for cesarean sections.

• Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
• Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
• Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
• Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions, and dialytic treatments.
• Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
• Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
• Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
• Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
• Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff and patients.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

• Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
• Completed comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress and modify care plan as needed.
• Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
• Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
• Positioned patients in operating rooms to prepare for surgical procedures, using supine, prone and sitting surgical positions.
• Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
• Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.

As a float LPN I worked in areas such as Labor and Delivery as a scrub tech, Med/Surg., ER., and Behavior Health. Served on the Code Blue team as the only LPN in the hospital. Occasionally floated to ICU per request for the experience.

• Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Hired thru the State of Oklahoma Immunization Initiative
• Organized the immunization initiative and programs surrounding the initiative.
• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
• Assisted Nurse Practitioner with Maternity and Infant clinic for care plan development and patient education.