Melissa Greer
Modesto,CA
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with comprehensive background in patient care in Step Down Units. Demonstrated ability to handle complex medical conditions and provide quality care. Proven skills in patient assessment and critical thinking to ensure optimal outcomes
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Doctors Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention..
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Developed strong rapport with patients in the step-down unit, easing anxieties during transitions of care from intensive care units or surgical wards.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
LVN Clinical Instructor
Institute of Technology
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Central Valley Speciality Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
English Oaks Rehabilitation
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Assisted with procedures such as biopsies and excisions conducted in-office.
- Coordinated surgeries and set up for procedures to maintain smooth patient flow.
- Educated patients about proper skincare and preventive strategies to maintain healthy skin.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Kaiser Foundation Hospital
10.2008 - 11.2016
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate of Science in Nursing
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA04.2023
Associate of Science -
Modesto Junior College
01.2019
Technical Certification In licensed Vocational Nursing Educating Licensed Vocational Nursing students -
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
01.2014
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Patient relations
- Telemetry interpretation
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Basic life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Behavioral health
Certification
- Certified Clinical Nursing Instructor
- LGBTQ and Safe Zone Training Certificate
- EKG Training Certificate
- ACLS/BLS/PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Doctors Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
LVN Clinical Instructor
Institute of Technology
12.2022 - 03.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Central Valley Speciality Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse
English Oaks Rehabilitation
09.2017 - 09.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
01.2016 - 06.2018
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Kaiser Foundation Hospital
10.2008 - 11.2016
Associate of Science -
Modesto Junior College
Technical Certification In licensed Vocational Nursing Educating Licensed Vocational Nursing students -
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
- Certified Clinical Nursing Instructor
- LGBTQ and Safe Zone Training Certificate
- EKG Training Certificate
- ACLS/BLS/PALS
Associate of Science - Associate of Science in Nursing
Modesto Junior College
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