Melissa Evans
Carbondale,IL
Summary
I have proven to be a compassionate and dedicated ICU Nurse with strong commitment to patient care. I possess foundational knowledge in medical procedures and critical patient care. Experience with balloon pumps, CRRT, Impella, ventilated and trach patients, titrating medications, palliative care consultations, and coordination of a multi disciplinary team. I am confident in my role as an advocate using my voice when necessary to protect patients wishes and well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern- MS ICU
Tristar Centennial Hospital
Nashville, TN
04.2022 - Current
- Practiced patient care by providing oral hygiene for vented patient every 2 hours and intake and output for all patients every 2 hours.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bed baths, eating and changing linens for a 19 bed total care unit.
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition through close communication with all 7-8 nurses on unit.
Nurse Extern- Sarah Cannon Hem Onc Unit
Tristar Centennial Hospital
Nashville, TN
12.2022 - Current
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs every 4 hours and blood sugars according to orders for 25 bed unit.
- Maintained high level of infection prevention on immunosuppressed locked unit.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes, vitals and blood sugars with nurses and care team members.
Registered Nurse
SIH, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate patient care through effective communication and bedside manner.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital protocols to enhance team performance.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Bachelor of Science - RN-BSN
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN05.2023
Certification
- American Heart Association BLS
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
SIH, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
09.2023 - Current
Nurse Extern- Sarah Cannon Hem Onc Unit
Tristar Centennial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Nurse Extern- MS ICU
Tristar Centennial Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - RN-BSN
Southeast Missouri State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Nashville State Community College