Melissa Goodson
Magnolia,AR
Summary
Hard-working, compassionate, dedicated nurse equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Patient-oriented nurse with 31 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with ICU specialty. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BSN RN ICU
Magnolia Regional Medical Center
03.1994 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Staff RN
Beauregard Memorial Hospital
05.1993 - 03.1994
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05-1993
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Community health
- Cultural competence
- Quality Improvement
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Lab result interpretation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient Monitoring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Cardiac Care
- Patient Assessment
References
References
Dr. Fred Murphy
101 Hospital Drive
Magnolia AR 71753
Fymurphy1@gmail.com
870-904-4230
Amber Kestler BSN RN
2301 Champagnolle Road
Eldorado AR 71730
amber.kestler@newhavenrecoverylodge.org
903-306-8565
Shawntel Price APRN
1010 N. Dudney Suite C
Magnolia AR 71753
admin@dynamicmedar.com
870-299-0490
Certification
FNP-C certification number F02250914
Temp license Temp232250
Timeline
BSN RN ICU
Magnolia Regional Medical Center
03.1994 - Current
Staff RN
Beauregard Memorial Hospital
05.1993 - 03.1994
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
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