Melissa Brittingham
Nursing
Seaford,De
Summary
To provide quality care using clinical knowledge and experience. Patient-oriented Nurse with 30 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments through professional clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Infusion Specialist
Solutions Nursing
Baltimore, MD
01.2020 - Current
- Addressed issues with multiple organ systems in patients with critical illnesses.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Educated families and patients regarding conditions, symptoms and care plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided expert critical care response in emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries.
- Managed 12-15 patients with recurring home infusions.
- Consulted with up to 15 patients each day to review physical conditions and make care plans
Registered Nurse Staff / Charge Nurse
Tidal Health
Salisbury, MD
01.2007 - Current
- Charge nurse for 22 bed emergency department:
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information. Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Sedation / scrub nurse for Interventional Radiology / Cardiac Cath Lab:
- Assisted with department education & supply management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Staff / charge nurse for outpatient surgery center:
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Registered Nurse Staff / Charge Nurse
Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis, MD
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Coordinated patient management of 42 bed Emergency Department: care ranging from minor trauma to all variety of illnesses& patients ranging in all ages.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse Staff Nurse
North Arundel Hospital / BWMC
Glen Burnie, MD
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Staff nurse of 36 bed emergency department
- Care ranging from minor trauma to all variety of illnesses & patients ranging in all ages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Registered Nurse Staff Nurse
North West Texas Hospital
Amarillo , TX
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Level II trauma center
- Care ranging in all areas of trauma and illness & patients ranging in all ages.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
Licensed Vocational Nurse / Registered Nurse Staff Nurse
Parmer Co. Community Hospital
Friona , TX
01.1996 - 01.1999
- In rural community hospital
- Minor cardiac care, emergency room and inpatient care of patients ranging in all ages.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
Licensed Vocational Nurse Staff Nurse
Moore County Hospital
Dumas, TX
01.1994 - 01.1996
- 10 bed emergency department
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Worked well in team settings, providing support and guidance
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University
2020
Associate of Science - Forensic Science in Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ08.2012
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Training -
Bayview Medical Center
Dover, De2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX1999
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Frank Phillips College
Borger, TX1994
Skills
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Clinical Leadership and Supervision
- Patient Education
- Intakes and Discharges
- EPIC EMR
- Infection Control Measures
- Intravenous Injections
- Inter-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Daily Audits
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Prioritizing Patients
- Medical Supply Management
Affiliations
International Association of Forensic Nurses
Sigma Theta Tau-Omicron Gamma Chapter
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Infusion Specialist
Solutions Nursing
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse Staff / Charge Nurse
Tidal Health
01.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse Staff / Charge Nurse
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse Staff Nurse
North Arundel Hospital / BWMC
01.1999 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse Staff Nurse
North West Texas Hospital
01.1997 - 01.1999
Licensed Vocational Nurse / Registered Nurse Staff Nurse
Parmer Co. Community Hospital
01.1996 - 01.1999
Licensed Vocational Nurse Staff Nurse
Moore County Hospital
01.1994 - 01.1996
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University
Associate of Science - Forensic Science in Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Training -
Bayview Medical Center
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Amarillo College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Frank Phillips College
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