Melissa Amirault
Narragansett
Summary
Pediatric Critical Care Nurse with over 19 years of experience in a Pediatric Critical Care Unit of a Level 1 Trauma Center. Experienced in coordinating care, training new nurses, and responding to emergency situations with expertise. Dedicated to fostering an environment of learning and excellence in patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU
Hasbro Childrens Hospital
Providence
10.2008 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery as a Senior Charge Nurse.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers for efficient operations as a Senior Charge Nurse.
Registered Nurse, Travel Nurse
Cross Country Trav Corp
10.2007 - 09.2008
- Provided nursing care in accordance with established hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU
Baystate Medical Center
Springfield
10.2005 - 09.2007
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced Pediatric ICU environment.
- Assisted in complex procedures under the guidance of senior medical staff.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
Registered Nurse, Mother-Baby
NYU Medical Center
New York
06.2004 - 08.2005
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to mothers and newborns during hospital stay.
- Assisted with breastfeeding education and support for new mothers.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed health status of newborns regularly.
- Educated new parents on infant feeding, bathing, circumcision and other newborn care techniques.
- Participated in discharge planning activities for new mothers and babies leaving the hospital setting.
Education
Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2004
Skills
- Emergency response: Pediatric Rapid Response Team
- Medication administration
- Leadership skills: senior charge nurse
- Critical thinking
- Documentation and charting
- Professional bedside manner
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting new grads and seasoned nurses
- Life-sustaining machines: proficient in CRRT and ECMO
Certification
Rhode Island Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU
Hasbro Childrens Hospital
10.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse, Travel Nurse
Cross Country Trav Corp
10.2007 - 09.2008
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU
Baystate Medical Center
10.2005 - 09.2007
Registered Nurse, Mother-Baby
NYU Medical Center
06.2004 - 08.2005
Nursing
University of Massachusetts, Amherst