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Melissa Anderson

Baraboo,WI

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 15 years of progressive career experience in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in a fast -paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations with ease. Consistently develop strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

UW Hospital
10.2013 - Current
  • Registered nurse and senior team member in the UW Health and Meriter transfer center. Perform triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
  • Document patient specific information in EPIC
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Provide assistance and support to co-workers
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Registered Nurse

Meriter Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2013
  • Registered Nurse and charge nurse on a medical/surgical unit,
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues to help provide patients with optimal care
  • Effectively communicate to doctors with any changes in patients condition
  • Part of the wound and skin team for the hospital.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity level and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Registered Nurse

Oak Park Place
07.2009 - 08.2011
  • Registered Nurse in a skilled nursing facility, working with rehab and long-term residents
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Dressing changes to surgical sites and non-healing wounds
  • Communication with doctors and colleagues
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on the unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.

Education

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
05.2026

Bachelors in Science of Nursing -

Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI
05.2013

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Madison Area Technology College
Madison, WI
05.2009

Skills

    Ability to problem solve under pressure

    Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

    Nursing staff leadership

    Acute care expertise

    Tracheostomy Care

    Patient and family advocacy

    Precepting

    Patient Assessments

    Direct Patient Care

    Strong Clinical Judgment

    Patient Management

    Professional Bedside Manner

Certification

BLS

ACLS

TCAR Trained

References

  • Michelle Lauer, RN, BSN, MSN (815) 988-2118
  • Lisa Brown, RN (608) 630-1434
  • Cynthia Kruser, RN, BSN (920)723-3885

Timeline

Registered Nurse

UW Hospital
10.2013 - Current

Registered Nurse

Meriter Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2013

Registered Nurse

Oak Park Place
07.2009 - 08.2011

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University

Bachelors in Science of Nursing -

Viterbo University

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Madison Area Technology College

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