Melissa Alberts
Casper ,WY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Extern
Banner Health Wyoming Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
CNA
Wyoming Medical Center, Progressive Care
05.2015 - 12.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Home Health CNA
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Offered transportation to and from appointments, shopping and other activities to help patient stay social, active and maintain access to essential items and services.
- Performed ambulation and exercise and completed household services to help patient maintain routine and lifestyle in familiar home environment.
- Worked collaboratively, functioned as effective member and encouraged and supported fellow team members to reach common goals.
- Checked vital signs and administered prescription medication under guidance and supervision of skilled nursing staff to facilitate basic health care services.
CNA
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
04.2016 - 11.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
CNA
Keystone at Legacy Ridge
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA
Broomfield Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
Casper, WY12.2023
Pre-Nursing
Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, WYNursing Assistance
Boulder Valley Vocational Technical Center
Boulder, CO12.2011
Diploma - General Studies
Broomfield High School
Broomfield, CO05.2013
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Education
- Intravenous Therapy
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Tracheostomy Care
- Performing EKGs
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Care Plan Development
Timeline
RN Extern
Banner Health Wyoming Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Home Health CNA
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
11.2019 - 10.2020
CNA
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
04.2016 - 11.2019
CNA
Wyoming Medical Center, Progressive Care
05.2015 - 12.2020
CNA
Keystone at Legacy Ridge
07.2014 - 08.2015
CNA
Broomfield Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 07.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
Pre-Nursing
Laramie County Community College
Nursing Assistance
Boulder Valley Vocational Technical Center
Diploma - General Studies
Broomfield High School