Melissa Gaynor

Lead RN and Hyperbaric Oxygen Nurse

RestorixHealth

05.2013 - Current

Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient's unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.
Well versed in management of diabetic, venous, arterial, pressure and inflammatory wounds.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create a focused treatment plan and manage ongoing care.
Accurate documentation of wound types, dimensions, exposed structures, drainage, wound base and peri wound appearance.
Promoted culture of safety dedicated to maintaining maximum productivity.
Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines as acting Safety Director.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing overall wound care services within facility.
Served as preceptor for nursing students and new staff, imparting essential skills for successful careers in wound care nursing.
Coordinated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, addressing unique needs of each patient.
Update physicians on patient test results and assisted with developing care plan.
Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Educated patients and caregivers on proper at-home wound care, promoting self-management and reducing complications.
Enhanced patient healing by implementing advanced wound care techniques and evidence-based practices.
Assisted physicians in performing complex debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during the process.
Seamlessly filled in with different roles within outpatient wound care setting.
Monitored HBO treatments, ensuring staff follows appropriate protocols and guidelines
Well versed in HBO protocols, indications, contraindications and interventions.
Filled in as acting clinical director while current direct took medical leave in two separate occasions.
Received accolades from medical director and hospital liaison for filling the role of clinical director of outpatient center.
Excellent ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.