Melissa Bryant

• Provided nursing care across multiple units, including IRC (Inpatient Rehab Center), ION (Inpatient Oncology), CDU (Clinical Decision Unit), ADU (Admission-Discharge Unit), 2-Neuro, 1 Medical, 3 Medical, 4 Medical, 1 Surgical, and 3 Surgical.
• Floated regularly between diverse units to ensure continuity of care and optimize patient outcomes in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
• Led as Charge Nurse and Preceptor, overseeing daily operations, mentoring new staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Awarded Unit Care Award for three consecutive years for exceptional nursing performance and dedication to patient care.
• Honored with multiple patient-nominated Kudos Awards for excellence in communication, compassion, and clinical expertise.
• Recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, recognizing outstanding contributions to nursing and patient care.
• Certified in Med-Surg Nursing (CMSRN), demonstrating advanced knowledge and expertise in the care of medical-surgical patients.
• Advanced to Clinical Ladder Level 3, reflecting my ongoing commitment to professional development, leadership, and advanced clinical skills.
• Maintained an exemplary attendance record over 12 years, with minimal absences, demonstrating strong reliability and commitment to patient care and team consistency.

• Charge Nurse on oncology/medical-surgical unit, overseeing day-to-day operations, patient care delivery, and coordination of nursing staff during weekend shifts.
• Precepted new nursing staff, providing mentorship, guidance, and training to ensure competency in clinical skills and adherence to hospital protocols.
• Managed patient care assignments, balancing staffing levels, acuity, and unit priorities to optimize workflow and ensure high-quality care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, social workers, and physical therapists, to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Assisted in patient assessments, medication administration, and treatment plans for a diverse population, including oncology and medical-surgical patients with complex needs.
• Monitored and documented patient progress, outcomes, and potential complications, providing timely updates to attending physicians and family members.
• Ensured compliance with infection control protocols and safety standards, including monitoring for adverse reactions and preventing hospital-acquired infections.
• Fostered a positive, collaborative work environment, promoting team cohesion and open communication to enhance unit performance and patient satisfaction.

• Full-time on a high-acuity medical telemetry unit, providing comprehensive care to patients with cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions, including post-op cardiac patients.
• Monitored patients using telemetry equipment, assessing vital signs, rhythms, and EKG strips to detect potential arrhythmias, ensuring timely interventions.
• Completed specialized training in telemetry, 12-lead EKG interpretation, and ACLS/BLS renewal, enhancing clinical expertise in cardiac care and emergency response.
• Documented patient progress, including telemetry readings, EKG results, and response to treatments, ensuring accurate and timely records for continuity of care.

RN, June 2005–2006
Cross Country Local/Nova Pro Staffing Agency – San Ramon Hospital (San Ramon, CA)

• Per diem nurse on medical-surgical/telemetry units, providing direct patient care across diverse clinical settings.
• Monitored telemetry patients and assisted in post-operative recovery for surgical patients.

RN, Oct 2004–June 2005
Geary County Community Hospital (Junction City, KS)

• Part-time nurse on medical-surgical unit, delivering patient care, medication administration, and post-op management.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams for patient assessments and care planning.

RN, Nov 2001–Mar 2003
StarMed Staffing Agency (now Intelistaff) – Bethesda Hospital (Cincinnati, OH)

• Per diem nurse on medical-surgical unit, providing bedside care to a diverse patient population.
• Administered medications, treatments, and managed patient education.

RN, Oct/Nov 1995–Nov 2000
Jennie Stuart Medical Center (Hopkinsville, KY)

• Full-time charge nurse for night shift on medical-surgical unit, managing a team and a full patient assignment (11-12 patients).
• Cross-trained on pediatric, postpartum, and GYN units, picking up additional shifts as needed.
• Led team nursing on complex cases, ensuring quality care and patient satisfaction.

RN, June 1994–Oct 1995
University of Kentucky Medical Center (Lexington, KY)

• Primary care nurse on infectious disease unit, providing specialized care for patients with communicable diseases.
• Promoted to charge nurse within first year, managing staffing and patient flow.
• Nominated for Hospital Primary Nurse of the Year for exceptional patient care and leadership.