Melisa Rivas
Adelphi,USA
Summary
Critical care nursing professional with extensive experience in managing complex patient conditions and administering essential treatments. Proficient in health monitoring and tailored care to address diverse patient needs. Certified to provide comprehensive care across various medical histories and requirements.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
Washington, District of Columbia
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in advanced life support procedures during emergencies within the unit.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
- Administered medications and treatments to critically ill patients in the ICU.
- Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic health systems.
Student Nurse Extern
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
Washington, DC, DC
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted nursing staff in providing direct patient care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
- Observed and participated in various medical procedures and interventions under supervision, including intubation, ventilator management, and central line placements.
- Monitored patient vital signs, administered medication, and documented patient care activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive, holistic patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Nursing
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park, MD05.2024
Skills
- Advanced life support
- Critical care protocols
- Ventilator management
- Taking Vital Signs
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistic
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Patient Safety Management
- Patient Engagement
- Team collaboration
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Proficient in basic nursing skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Detail-oriented
- Capacity to remain calm under pressure
- Proficient in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- Advanced life support
- Critical care protocols
- Ventilator management
Languages
- Spanish
- English
- Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
07.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
12.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Nursing
Washington Adventist University