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Melissa Granados

San Antonio,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at University Hospital, I excel in delivering culturally-sensitive care and leading nursing staff. My expertise in IV management and patient advocacy has significantly improved treatment outcomes. Skilled in medical assessment and patient reaction monitoring, I consistently enhance patient care quality and safety.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

University Hospital - University Health System
San Antonio, TX
05.2011 - Current
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.

Registered Nurse

HCR ManorCare
San Antonio, TX
09.2014 - 02.2020
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate patient admissions and discharges, ensuring seamless transitions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
08-2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX
03-2013

Skills

  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • IV management
  • Discharge coordination
  • Chart updating
  • Medical assessment
  • Administering immunizations
  • Patient reaction monitoring

Certification

  • ACLS
  • PALS

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

HCR ManorCare
09.2014 - 02.2020

Registered Nurse

University Hospital - University Health System
05.2011 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington

Associate of Science - Nursing

San Antonio College
Melissa Granados