Melissa Elvidge RN

Ophthalmology Department

• Assist retinal physicians with the set up of intravitreal injections
• Administered fluorescein via IV for fluorescein angiography
• Assist providers with Retinopexy with cryotherapy
• Triaged patient phone calls and patient portal messages
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, injections and monitored responses.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Henry Cancer Center Radiation Oncology

• Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by coordinating with physicians, therapists, and case managers to develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Promoted patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
• Served as a mentor to new nurses, offering guidance on clinical skills and fostering a supportive work environment.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity during interactions.
• Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatment decisions, helping them navigate complex medical situations with grace and resilience.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion.

Henry Cancer Center Medical Oncology

• Streamlined medication administration processes to reduce errors and ensure accurate dosing for all patients.
• Administration of chemotherapy and blood products.
• Communicated with physicians regarding patient care.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best nursing practices, participating in continuing education courses and attending relevant conferences.
• Served as a mentor to new nurses, offering guidance on clinical skills and fostering a supportive work environment.
• Advocated for patients'' rights to informed decision-making regarding their healthcare options, ensuring they received the necessary information to make educated choices about their treatment plans.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity during interactions.
• Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of all patient encounters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating seamless information-sharing among healthcare providers.
• Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatment decisions, helping them navigate complex medical situations with grace and resilience.

Med/Surg 3rd floor

• Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans for medical-surgical patients.
• Reduced risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatments as necessary.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, empathetic, and professional nursing care tailored to each patient''s needs.
• Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy in dosage calculations.
• Educated patients and their families on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques for optimal recovery outcomes.
• Administered blood products safely following established transfusion protocols while closely monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or complications.
• Established rapport with patients and families through effective communication and active listening skills, fostering trust and mutual respect during the healing process.
• Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.