Melissa Dulaney
Lexington,NC
Summary
Highly skilled Intensive Care Nurse with 3 years of nursing experience. Supported 2-patient with excellent case management and patient care expertise. Certified in ACLS, BLS, NIH stroke scale. .
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse
Randolph Health
Asheboro, NC
11.2021 - Current
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
ICU Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Wake Forest Baptist Health
Wiston-Salem, NC
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed arterial cut-downs, inserted central lines and inserted endotracheal tubes as part of trauma team.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
CNA/EKG Technician
Wake Forest Baptist Health
Winston-Salem, NC
02.1998 - 08.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
High Point, NC06.2019
Skills
- Human Resources Software
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Facility Policies and Procedures
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Emergency Interventions
- Patient Monitoring
- Pain Management
- Medical Device Monitoring
- GE Healthcare Centricity EMR
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Randolph Health
11.2021 - Current
ICU Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Wake Forest Baptist Health
06.2019 - 08.2020
CNA/EKG Technician
Wake Forest Baptist Health
02.1998 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
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