Melissa Fuller
Chipley,Florida
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with focus on providing comprehensive patient care and advanced clinical support. Demonstrates ability to manage complex cases through blend of diagnostic skills and compassionate care. Committed to improving patient outcomes by integrating evidence-based practices and fostering collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advance Practice Registered Nurse
Bay County Sheriff's Office, Jail Division
Panama City , Bay
11.2022 - Current
- Provided high-quality patient care by performing comprehensive health assessments.
- Performed assessments and treatments for over 20 patients daily
- Enhanced patient understanding of their medical conditions through education and counseling.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Diagnosed acute and chronic conditions, facilitated treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Utilized evidence-based practice for effective disease prevention strategies.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensured confidentiality and ethical practice.
- Executed minor surgical procedures resulting in expedited healing process.
Registered Nurse
Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
Phenix City , Russell
06.2019 - 02.2022
- Provided comprehensive patient care, bolstered recovery.
- Administered medication for symptom management.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
- Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
- Monitored vital signs, ensured stability.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, safeguarded patient well-being.
- Educated patients on disease management, facilitated self-care.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room Manager
Hughston Surgical Center
Columubs, GA , Muscoggee
02.2016 - 06.2019
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing new nursing protocols.
- Led team of operating room nurses to ensure timely, efficient surgery schedules.
- Coordinated with surgeons for successful surgical procedures in seven operating suites with over 25 surgical procedures daily
- Ensured highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in operating rooms.
- Reduced patient recovery time by introducing innovative post-operative care techniques.
- Streamlined pre-operative preparations to reduce delays and cancellations.
- Maintained all necessary documentation, ensured compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies to prevent shortages during surgeries.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama 08.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy State University
Phenix City, Alabama 05.2012 - 05.2014
Associates Degree - Nursing
Southern Union State Community College
Wadley 08.2005 - 05.2007
Skills
- Emergency room competence
- Patient care
- Care planning
- Clinical nursing expertise
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- Diagnostics
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Direct patient care
- Patient health education
- Adult acute and critical care
- Diabetes management
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Autonomous October 2022- Present
Florida Board of Nursing License #11022480
Registered Nurse November 2023- Present
Florida Board of Nursing, License #9646469
American Association of Nurse Practitioners June 2022 - Present
Timeline
Advance Practice Registered Nurse
Bay County Sheriff's Office, Jail Division
11.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Auburn University
08.2019 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Operating Room Manager
Hughston Surgical Center
02.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy State University
05.2012 - 05.2014
Associates Degree - Nursing
Southern Union State Community College
08.2005 - 05.2007
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Autonomous October 2022- Present
Florida Board of Nursing License #11022480
Registered Nurse November 2023- Present
Florida Board of Nursing, License #9646469
American Association of Nurse Practitioners June 2022 - Present
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