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MELISSA DIXON-FLORIO
Warwick,RI
Summary
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 14 years of experience in direct patient care and management. Successfully oversee nursing staff, patient care, rehabilitation and patient services. Influence hire, direct training and lead productive and efficient nursing and CNA staff. Contribute to exceptional long term medical care and safe discharges.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Providence Public School DepartmentProvidence, RI
School Nurse Teacher
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Offered counseling and referrals to provide comprehensive mental health support.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting Covid tests, vision, scoliosis, and dental evaluations.
- Oversaw health services for school of 675 students and faculty.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security of school, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors, and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and well-being.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
CareerStaff UnlimitedWarwick, RI
Registered Nurse, School Nurse
11.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Offered counseling and referrals to provide comprehensive mental health support.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting health screenings and Covid testing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Oversaw health services for school of 800 students and faculty.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Steere House Nursing And RehabilitationProvidence, RI
Nursing Supervisor
02.2017 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and coordinated services for thorough home care plan implementation.
- Supervised staff of 7 registered nurses and 17 certified nursing assistants.
- Interviewed, instructed, and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Cherry Hill Manor Nursing And Rehab CenterJohnston, RI
Unit Manager
05.2012 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Evaluate patients from sub- acute level for transfer to transition unit
- Organize discharge planning with home care services
- Protected patients and employees by developing and interpreting infection-control policies and protocols and maintained patient confidence by monitoring confidential information.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians, and community organizations to promote high-quality patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks, and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated nursing with other services to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
- Promoted patient independence by establishing patient care goals and taught and counseled patients, friends, and family about medications and self-care skills.
Briarcliff ManorJohnston, RI
Charge Nurse
10.2009 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
Education
Southern New Hampshire UniversityHooksett, NH
No Degree from BSN
05.2025
Community College of Rhode IslandWarwick, RI
Associate of Science
05.2009
Rhode Island CollegeProvidence, RI
No Degree from Liberal Arts And General Studies
01.2002
University of Rhode IslandKingston, RI
No Degree from Liberal Arts And General Studies
05.1996
Skills
- Seasoned in Medical Clinical Procedures
- Nursing Staff Management
- Medical Programs Implementation
- Community-Based Educational Programs
- Patient Care Assessment
- Suicide Intervention
- Treatment Delivery
- Assignment Delegation
- Emergency Readiness
- Staff Training
- Medical Admissions
- HIPAA Guidelines
Timeline
School Nurse Teacher
Providence Public School Department
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, School Nurse
CareerStaff Unlimited
11.2021 - 06.2022
Nursing Supervisor
Steere House Nursing And Rehabilitation
02.2017 - 10.2021
Unit Manager
Cherry Hill Manor Nursing And Rehab Center
05.2012 - 12.2016
Charge Nurse
Briarcliff Manor
10.2009 - 05.2012
Southern New Hampshire University
No Degree from BSN
Community College of Rhode Island
Associate of Science
Rhode Island College
No Degree from Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Rhode Island
No Degree from Liberal Arts And General Studies
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