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Melissa Fry

Kanopolis,KS

Summary

Proven leader in healthcare management, adept at driving quality improvement and risk mitigation at Ellsworth County Medical Center. Leveraged data analytics and clinical leadership to enhance regulatory compliance and patient care standards. Skilled in fostering teamwork and implementing process enhancements, significantly contributing to operational excellence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality/Risk Manager

Ellsworth County Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
  • Supported executive decision-making by providing accurate and timely reports on enterprise-wide risk/quality exposure levels.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement through insightful analysis of current quality and risk management practices.
  • Achieved regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines related to quality and risk management.

Nurse Manager

Ellsworth County Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Assisted with and led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision making.
  • Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
  • Assisted the Executive DON of nursing with all duties within the department.

RN Case Manager

Angels Care Home Health
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
  • Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.

Night Supervisor/Day Charge Nurse

Ellsworth County Medical Center
03.2018 - 02.2021
  • Developed strong relationships with staff members through effective communication and leadership efforts.
  • Maintained compliance with company standards by monitoring employee adherence to policies during the overnight hours.
  • Provided comprehensive training to new hires, ensuring they were prepared for their roles as night shift employees.
  • Supervised overnight staff, delegating tasks to maintain productivity levels and meet deadlines.
  • Facilitated smooth shift transitions by maintaining open communication between day and night teams.
  • Assigned each member of the team with specific daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.

Travel RN

Allstaff Chartered
05.2017 - 03.2018
  • Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
  • Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KS
05.2013

High School Diploma -

Sylvan Unified Schools
Sylvan Grove, KS
05.2009

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Audit Coordination
  • Employee Safety
  • Knowledge in regulations
  • Data Analytics
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Project evaluation
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Nursing Expertise
  • Quality Improvement
  • Medical Documentation

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS



Timeline

Quality/Risk Manager

Ellsworth County Medical Center
07.2023 - Current

Nurse Manager

Ellsworth County Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2023

RN Case Manager

Angels Care Home Health
02.2021 - 06.2021

Night Supervisor/Day Charge Nurse

Ellsworth County Medical Center
03.2018 - 02.2021

Travel RN

Allstaff Chartered
05.2017 - 03.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Barton County Community College

High School Diploma -

Sylvan Unified Schools

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