Melissa Boyce

Registered Nurse

Garnet Health Medical Center

Middletown, NY

12.1999 - Current

Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in an acute setting.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Circulate OR during surgical procedures
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Nurse

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Bachelor of Science -

LPN -

High School Diploma -

Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Associate of Applied Science -

Bachelor of Science -

LPN -

High School Diploma -

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