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Melissa Bingham

Adamsville,TN

Summary


Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 20 +years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Specialist

Kimberly-Clark
05.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced product quality with rigorous testing and adherence to industry standards.
  • Reduced production downtime by maintaining equipment and troubleshooting issues proactively.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines while maintaining a strong focus on quality outcomes.
  • Conducted regular audits of processes, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and maximize efficiency within production lines.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Elk Valley Health Services
09.2019 - 04.2021
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Savannah Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
10.2017 - 11.2020
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Adamsville High School
Adamsville, TN

Practical Nursing -

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Clarksville, TN

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Wound care
  • Infection control
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clinical judgment
  • Direct patient care
  • Home health care
  • Emergency response
  • Patient relationship building
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • EMR / EHR

Timeline

Process Specialist

Kimberly-Clark
05.2021 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Elk Valley Health Services
09.2019 - 04.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Savannah Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
10.2017 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

Adamsville High School

Practical Nursing -

Tennessee College of Applied Technology