Melisa Smailovic
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Collaborative healthcare provider with strong focus on patient care and effective communication, ensuring positive outcomes in high-stress environments. Demonstrating deep commitment to supporting and guiding families through childbirth, consistently excelling in role of Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Full Time
John Peter Smith
Fort Worth, Texas
05.2024 - Current
- Assessed and cared for patients with pre-term labor and high-risk pregnancies.
- Assessed newborns immediately following birth according to APGAR scoring system.
- Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as episiotomies, forceps deliveries, and C-sections.
- Educated patient and family on labor, pain and newborn care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs during labor and delivery process.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as hemorrhaging or preterm births.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in labor and delivery setting.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills with staff, physicians, and patients.
- Evaluated high risk pregnancies using evidence based practice guidelines.
- Managed the postpartum recovery period including wound care management and pain control measures.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns to identify potential problems during childbirth.
- Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors.
- Observed patients following C-section operations by noting blood pressure, vital signs and reactions to anesthesia.
- Educated new mothers on proper breastfeeding techniques and postpartum care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs as needed.
- Collaborated with lactation nursing consultants on proper methods for newborn breastfeeding.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Maintained a safe environment for newborns through implementation of hospital policies and protocols.
- Managed patient pain through epidural and patient-controlled analgesia administration.
- Performed laboratory tests such as blood typing, drug screens, and Rh factor determinations.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections.
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
Patient Care Tech, Labor and Delivery, Full Time
Texas Health Huguley Burleson
Burleson, Texas
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly to call lights.
- Utilized computer systems for charting patient data.
- Reported changes in patient status to nursing staff in a timely manner.
- Monitored patient condition and reported changes to the nursing staff.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using established protocols.
- Assisted with patient transfers to and from wheelchairs, beds, and exam tables.
- Maintained cleanliness of assigned work area according to infection control standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control related to hand washing and universal precautions.
- Participated in multi-skilled activities, supporting patient-centered approach to achieving desired outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of universal precautions and infection control protocols when handling specimens and disposing of contaminated materials.
- Maintained chart and filed paperwork, facilitating clerical functions.
- Obtained or assisted in specimen collection for diagnostic or waived tests.
- Exhibited desire to learn and upgrade skills by performing additional department or unit duties.
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output.
Student Nurse, Labor and Delivery Capstone, 12 Hrs
Texas Health Huguley Burleson
Burleson, Texas
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments under the supervision of Registered Nurses.
- Gained experience providing patient care in a variety of settings.
- Provided direct patient care, such as taking vital signs, measuring intake and output, collecting specimens.
- Performed basic nursing skills including wound dressing changes and catheter insertion and removal.
- Interacted with patients to provide emotional support, comfort and reassurance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs, prioritize tasks and intervene appropriately when necessary.
- Ensured a clean environment by following proper infection control practices.
- Administered prescribed medications in accordance with approved policies and procedures while ensuring accuracy in dosage calculations.
- Demonstrated effective communication with patients, families, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Answered patient call lights to perform requested services.
- Assisted in the preparation and implementation of patient care plans.
- Assisted with documentation of patient progress and changes in condition.
- Evaluated assigned patients' responses to treatments or interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient health information utilizing Electronic Medical Record system.
- Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
- Initiated orders for laboratory tests based on assessment findings according to established protocols.
- Performed physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses.
- Informed physician of patient's condition during procedures.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
- Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Determined learning needs of patients and families to develop appropriate teaching strategies.
Nurse Extern Labor and Delivery, Full Time, 36 Hrs
Medical City Arlington
Arlington, Texas
05.2021 - 04.2024
- Implemented infection control protocols by following safety regulations pertaining to hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals and families experiencing difficult times due to health issues or life transitions.
- Assisted with preparing equipment and supplies needed for treatments or procedures as directed by RNs or MDs.
- Provided individualized care consistent with plan of care under direction and supervision of RN.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to anticipate potential problems and develop solutions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of electronic medical records system to document all aspects of nursing care provided to patients.
- Assisted with patient admissions, transfers and discharges in a timely manner while complying with hospital policies and procedures.
- Reported changes in patient condition to RN to facilitate immediate intervention.
- Performed phlebotomy duties such as drawing blood samples from patients for laboratory tests.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills by effectively interacting with patients, family members, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Answered and routed phone calls and relayed messages in support of administrative operations.
- Provided direct patient care under the direction of Registered Nurse, including taking vital signs, administering medications, and providing wound care.
- Initiated appropriate emergency measures when necessary for critically ill or unstable patients.
- Prepared patients for surgery and other procedures.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
- Prepared examination rooms with sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
West Coast University
Richardson, Texas05.2024
Skills
- Obstetric emergency response
- Postpartum care
- IV insertion
- Intrapartum care
- Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
- Epidural administration
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Labor support
- Time management
Certification
- NRP
- ACLS
- AWHONN Fetal Monitoring
- BLS
Languages
Serbian - Fluent, Croatian - Fluent, Spanish - Conversational
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Full Time
John Peter Smith
05.2024 - Current
Student Nurse, Labor and Delivery Capstone, 12 Hrs
Texas Health Huguley Burleson
03.2024 - 05.2024
Patient Care Tech, Labor and Delivery, Full Time
Texas Health Huguley Burleson
07.2023 - 06.2024
Nurse Extern Labor and Delivery, Full Time, 36 Hrs
Medical City Arlington
05.2021 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
West Coast University
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