Melissa Gunter
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Recognized for providing outstanding mental and physical health care services for assigned patients. Client-focused and attentive in monitoring patients for changes in clinical symptoms, treatment side effects or complications. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
10.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Travel Registered Nurse
Supplemental Healthcare
11.2017 - 01.2021
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Graduate Assistant
Southeast Missouri State University
08.2014 - 09.2015
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.
- Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on clinical skills in the simulation laboratory environment as well as acute care clinical setting.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
University Of Missouri System
11.2012 - 11.2013
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses in the psychiatric emergency department
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Pyramid Home Health (Elara Caring)
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff, providing constructive feedback to promote growth and improvement.
- Managed a team of in-home health nurses, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and timely service delivery.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health
05.2010 - 06.2011
- Provided compassionate care to diverse populations, demonstrating cultural competence and understanding of unique challenges faced by various groups in addressing substance abuse issues.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for behavioral health patients.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
12.2008 - 04.2010
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Education
No Degree - Master of Nursing Science
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
St Louis, MO02.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff, MO12.2008
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Patient Education
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Emergency Care
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Medication and IV administration
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - # 2009002290 Expires 4/30/2025
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - Expires May 2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Expires May 2024
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
10.2021 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Supplemental Healthcare
11.2017 - 01.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
04.2016 - 06.2017
Graduate Assistant
Southeast Missouri State University
08.2014 - 09.2015
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
University Of Missouri System
11.2012 - 11.2013
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Pyramid Home Health (Elara Caring)
07.2011 - 07.2012
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health
05.2010 - 06.2011
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
12.2008 - 04.2010
No Degree - Master of Nursing Science
Southeast Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College