- Animal Welfare Advocacy
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
Melissa Garrison
PALMHARBOR,FL
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration and advanced life support. Proven ability to stabilize patients in critical care environments while advocating for exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
BayCare
Tampa, FL
09.2007 - 11.2013
- Administered patient care, including medication administration and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
- Administered critical care interventions in high-pressure environments to stabilize patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions using advanced medical technology systems.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices for critical care delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure accuracy in clinical documentation and reporting.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
Patient Care Technician
BayCare
Clearwater
10.2003 - 09.2007
- Monitored patient vital signs, ensuring timely reporting of critical changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems, improving data accessibility and continuity of care.
- Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and promoting independence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to streamline patient flow and improve care delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Mentored junior technicians in best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Petersburg College of Nursing
Saint Petersburg, Fl05.2007
Skills
- Medication administration
- Intravenous administration
- Intravenous treatment
- Advanced life support
- Patient evaluation
- Hemodynamic assessment
- Central line management
- Intensive care experience
- Patient support
- Chest tube care
- Patient support
- Patient support
Interests
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
BayCare
09.2007 - 11.2013
Patient Care Technician
BayCare
10.2003 - 09.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Petersburg College of Nursing