Melissa Dixon
Floresville,TX
Summary
CAREER SUMMARY AND GOAL Driven, results-oriented, innovative Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with expertise in treating the Acute care/ Emergent patient, family practice patient and their loved ones of all ages in clinic and emergency settings. Posses extensive knowledge about the scope of comprehensive care, services, regulations, philosophy, and clinical intervention. Recognized as an excellent leader who creates a climate of learning, team work, and excellence that encourages growth and quality. Now seeking to join your healthcare team as Nurse Practitioner to make a positive contribution to your healthcare team and patients. Family Nurse Practitioner-certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in acute care, pain management, chronic medical conditions. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Fast Pace Urgent Care
Walls, MS
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed and diagnosed acute illnesses and injuries, such as sore throats, ear infections, colds, flu-like symptoms, lacerations, sprains, fractures and other medical conditions.
- Provided primary healthcare services to patients in an urgent care setting.
- Performed physical examinations and interpreted laboratory results to diagnose the patient's condition.
- Educated patients about preventive health care and lifestyle choices that promote wellness.
- Prescribed medications based on patient history and current medical needs.
- Ordered diagnostic tests including X-rays and lab work when needed to aid in diagnosis of illness or injury.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or draining abscesses.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists when necessary for further evaluation or treatment of complex cases.
- Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
Nurse Practitioner
Mid South Pain Treatment Center
Cordova, TN
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
- Reviewed lab test results.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
- Cultivated relationships with patients through effective communication, interpersonal and active listening skills.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of chronic pain disorders and related diseases.
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
- Modified treatment and care plans, as necessary.
- Maintained patient records and verified patient privacy and clinical compliance to minimize data breaches.
Nurse Practitioner
Cabell Huntington Hospital
Huntington, WV
10.2019 - 06.2022
- Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to investigate patient conditions.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated 16-40 patients daily in emergency care settings.
- Conducted post stabilization procedures which include referral to specialists, migration to hospital rooms or discharge.
- Handled large caseloads, long hours and various shifts from early morning to late evening.
- Led efforts to resuscitate patients using CPR techniques and defibrillator paddles.
- Documented lab results, diagnoses and treatments for review by attending physician.
- Requested and interpreted diagnostic laboratory tests, electrocardiograms and emergency ultrasounds.
- Discussed patient treatment plans with physicians and medical professionals.
- Collected patient medical histories and recorded data in electronic or handwritten medical records.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to address needs and provide emergency intervention.
Nurse Practitioner
SCP Health Care
, KY
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Credentialed and worked Emergency Room at ARH Tug Valley, ARH Hazard, ARH Beckley, Three Rivers.
- Evaluation, exam, treatment of all patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Diagnose and treat acute health care problems, such as illnesses, infections, or injuries.
- Recommend diagnostic or therapeutic interventions with attention to safety, cost, invasiveness, simplicity, acceptability, adherence, and efficacy.
- Prescribe medications based on efficacy, safety, and cost as legally authorized.
- Educate patients about self-management of acute or chronic illnesses, tailoring instructions to patients' individual circumstances.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
Nurse Practitioner
The Recovery Center
Paintsville, KY
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Demonstrated expertise in supporting patients with multiple chronic co-morbidities, in the care of medication assisted drug treatment, Suboxone.
- Initiating medication, performing diagnostic interventions, and executing follow-ups as required.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
Nurse Practitioner, Hospitalist
St. Mary's Medical Center
Huntington, WV
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Demonstrated expertise in supporting admitted patients with multiple chronic co-morbidities, including diagnosing, treating and initiating medication, performing diagnostic interventions, and executing follow-ups as required.
- Prescribe medications or treatment regimens to hospital inpatients.
- Admit patients for hospital stays, diagnose, treat, and create a plan of care for the hospital stay.
- Order or interpret the results of tests such as laboratory tests and x-rays.
- Conduct discharge planning and discharge patients.
- Performed initial consultations with patients to determine ailments and illness, documented medical history and conducted physical examinations.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic and tests such as x-rays, ultrasounds and stress tests to manage patient care.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
- Communicated with primary care physicians to discuss and determine admission and discharge plans for patients.
Nurse Practitioner
Correct Care Solutions, Eastern KY Correctional Complex
West Liberty, KY
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Evaluation, exam, treatment of all patients presenting to the Medical Department in the Correctional setting, Emergent, acute care, chronic care, and sick visits.
- Analyze and interpret the inmate's histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses and treatments.
- Demonstrated expertise in supporting the inmate with multiple chronic co-morbidities, including diagnosing, treating and initiating medication, performing diagnostic interventions, following immunization schedules, and executing follow-ups as required.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Three Rivers Medical Center, ED
Louisa, KY
06.2011 - 02.2017
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes, and sepsis.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Performed IV infusions, intramuscular injections, IV pushes and oral subcutaneous.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Implemented interventions and strategies to manage chest tubes, nasogastric tubes and G-tubes.
- Conducted telemetry monitoring on patients, recording cardiac rhythm data.
- Managed central lines, catheters and vascular access devices.
- Oversaw ER department and team of multi-disciplinary professionals in high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Charge Nurse
DaVita Dialysis
Louisa, KY
02.2011 - 12.2011
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement, and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Performed IV infusions, intramuscular injections, hemodialysis, IV pushes and oral subcutaneous.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
Registered Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center, ED
Pikeville, KY
10.2010 - 02.2011
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Bellefonte, ED
Ashland, KY
03.2008 - 10.2010
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Registered Nurse
St. Claire Medical Center, ED
Morehead, KY
08.2007 - 03.2008
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Paramedic
Carter County EMS
Grayson, KY
12.1997 - 08.2007
- First Last’s Resume 1 of 2.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morehead State University
05.2007
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Preventive Care
- Sound judgment
- Experienced preceptor
- Critical thinking
- pain management
- acute/emergency medicine
- hospital medicine
Additional Information
- LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION & TRAINING [FNP-BC] , Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified – AANP Exp. Dec 2026 [RN] Registered Nurse – States of TN, MS. [ACLS] Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association Exp. April 2023 [BLS] Basic Life Support – American Heart Association Exp. August 2024 [ATLS] Advanced Trauma Life Support- American College of Surgeons Exp. Feb 2025 [DEA] TN DEA-Exp
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 1993 to present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 1996 to present
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Certification 2021 to present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification 1996 to present
- Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Tennessee, license number 31644
- Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Mississippi, license number 905909
- Registered Nurse Practitioner in State of Texas, license number 1141131
- DEA MD6128448,
- TN DEA MD4998704
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Fast Pace Urgent Care
06.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Mid South Pain Treatment Center
07.2022 - 12.2023
Nurse Practitioner
Cabell Huntington Hospital
10.2019 - 06.2022
Nurse Practitioner
The Recovery Center
01.2019 - 05.2019
Nurse Practitioner, Hospitalist
St. Mary's Medical Center
04.2018 - 05.2019
Nurse Practitioner
SCP Health Care
06.2017 - 06.2022
Nurse Practitioner
Correct Care Solutions, Eastern KY Correctional Complex
02.2017 - 04.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Three Rivers Medical Center, ED
06.2011 - 02.2017
Charge Nurse
DaVita Dialysis
02.2011 - 12.2011
Registered Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center, ED
10.2010 - 02.2011
Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Bellefonte, ED
03.2008 - 10.2010
Registered Nurse
St. Claire Medical Center, ED
08.2007 - 03.2008
Paramedic
Carter County EMS
12.1997 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morehead State University
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