Melissa Burns
Renton,WA
Summary
I am a versatile nurse with over 7 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in the OR, Pre-OP and PACU areas, the ED, ICU, and HVSU. As an EMT I provided patient care in the field and in the back of ambulances. I am successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. I am recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. As a proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction, I am focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Proliance Highlands Surgery Center
Issaquah, WA
10.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with family members or other health team members.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols and standards.
- Utilized electronic medical records for accurate charting and reporting.
RN
Kings Daughters Medical Center
Ashland, KY
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Determined appropriate courses of action when dealing with emergency cases involving cardiac arrest or other life-threatening situations.
- Provided specialized medical treatment for patients with heart diseases such as coronary artery disease and congestive heart failure.
- Instructed medical students on topics related to cardiology during clinical rotations.
- Performed daily rounds in ICU to check on patients and adjust treatments.
- Handled invasive line placement and management for patients in ICU and cardiac care unit.
- Administered emergency cardiac care for life-threatening heart problems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Ashland Community And Technical College
Ashland, KY01-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ashland Community And Technical College
Ashland, KYSkills
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Improvement
- Compassion and Empathy
- Staff Supervision
- Nursing staff leadership
- Critical Care
- Patient Assessment
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa
- Chi Alpha Epsilon
- Kentucky Association of Nursing Students Treasurer and Member
- American Red Cross Volunteer and regular Blood Donor
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- BLS for healthcare providers (CPR and AED)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN
Proliance Highlands Surgery Center
10.2020 - Current
RN
Kings Daughters Medical Center
06.2017 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts -
Ashland Community And Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ashland Community And Technical College
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- BLS for healthcare providers (CPR and AED)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certified
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