Melissa Garbincus
Painesville,OH
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EPIC charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse-H70
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
03.2007 - Current
- Provide pre- and post-operative care to orthopedic and med-surg patients on high acuity 34 bed hospital unit.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices, using effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitor responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Coordinate patient care needs with various hospital departments, provide patient education, and assure discharge plans are met.
- Act as preceptor to new employees.
Nurse Clinician
Cleveland Clinic Sports Health
03.2002 - 03.2007
- Provided pre- and post-op patient instructions, as well as providing/coordinating post-op care planning.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms. Assisted in daily clinical duties and patient paperwork. Coordinated physician's surgical schedule and billing codes.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Acted as site coordinator for ReGen Biologics Collagen Meniscus Implant Study.
Assistant Nurse Manager- H70
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
01.1999 - 03.2002
- Continued to provide direct patient care as below
- Responsible for scheduling a staff of approximately 60 employees, making daily staffing decisions and overseeing unit activities.
- Ensured clinical management of nursing unit in the absence of Nurse Manager.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients. Authored H70 orientation manual. Assisted with staff meetings, maintained staff education and development through various inservices and competency offerings.
- Handled patient/physician concerns and provided follow-up communication when necessary.
- Served on the Orthopedic Care Committee, and on the planning committee of the 2001 Orthopedic Nursing Conference.
RN Staff Nurse-H70
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.1993 - 01.1999
- Provided direct nursing care, following policies and procedures of the Cleveland Clinic
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses- communicated changes in patient's condition as appropriate.
- Provided patient education regarding plan of care, medications and treatments , and discharge plans.
- Coordinated patient care needs with various hospital departments.
- Carried out shift charge nurse responsibilities, performed duties as designated Unit-based Skin Care Nurse, and acted as a certified preceptor to new employees and students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05.1993
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Multitasking and Delegating Abilities
- Organization and Time Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Patient-First Mentality
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse-H70
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
03.2007 - Current
Nurse Clinician
Cleveland Clinic Sports Health
03.2002 - 03.2007
Assistant Nurse Manager- H70
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
01.1999 - 03.2002
RN Staff Nurse-H70
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.1993 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowling Green State University
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