Melissa Giszewski
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
With a proven track record at DuPont Hospital, I've honed my clinical expertise and leadership qualities, streamlining processes and enhancing patient care. My background includes mentoring staff, improving operational efficiencies, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. I excel in fostering professional growth and achieving optimal patient outcomes through motivational techniques and a patient-centered approach.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Jersey College School Of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
- Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.
- Facilitated skill development through hands-on clinical training, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical application.
- Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures while promoting patient safety and quality care delivery.
Registered Nurse-NICU
Lutheran Hospital
12.2005 - 03.2008
- Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control policies, proper equipment handling, and waste disposal procedures.
- Promoted family-centered care by providing education, support, and resources to parents of NICU patients.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care delivery within the NICU setting.
Nursing Administrative Leader
DuPont Hospital
05.2020 - Current
- Improved office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Reduced overhead costs by renegotiating vendor contracts and optimizing supply management.
- Managed a team of administrative staff, resulting in increased productivity and improved performance.
- Collaborated with human resources department during recruitment process to attract top talent while maintaining diverse workforce representation.
Charge Nurse-NICU
DuPont Hospital
03.2008 - 06.2024
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Ambulatory Surgical Nurse
DuPont Hospital
07.2016 - 07.2022
- Provided exceptional pain management strategies for patients recovering from surgical procedures while minimizing narcotic use when appropriate.
- Streamlined communication between surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff for seamless coordination of care.
- Contributed to the development of policies and procedures within the ambulatory surgery unit to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and promote efficient patient care processes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans, resulting in optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Masters Of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2023
Bachelor In Science - Nursing Administration
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne, IN12.2005
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Clinical expertise
- Healthcare regulations
- Motivational techniques
Accomplishments
I have started a Code Blue refresher course for ACLS and BLS. I help physicians, nursing, techs, and non-clinical personal feel more comfortable during a code for better patient outcome. I am also the chair of the Code Blue Council. We met montly to go over the past months codes to see if any process needs changed or more education needs to be provided to the staff.
Certification
- Registered Nurse of Inidana
- Compart License
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NRP- Neontal Resucitation Program
- NICHE- Nurses Improving Care dor Health System Elders
- ACLS- Advance Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- STABLE- Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work and Emotional Support
- Breath Alcohol Training
- Urine Drug Screening
- EKG- Electrocardiogram
- FFEM- Federal Emergency Management Agency 100,200,700,800
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Jersey College School Of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
Nursing Administrative Leader
DuPont Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Ambulatory Surgical Nurse
DuPont Hospital
07.2016 - 07.2022
Charge Nurse-NICU
DuPont Hospital
03.2008 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse-NICU
Lutheran Hospital
12.2005 - 03.2008
Masters Of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Bachelor In Science - Nursing Administration
Western Governors University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
University of Saint Francis
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