MELISSA GURNEY

• Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues prior to surgery.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
• Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
• Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
• Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient status prior to surgery.

• Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and multimedia presentations.
• Evaluated student progress regularly, collaborating with preceptors and other faculty.
• Successfully managed a diverse range of learners by implementing differentiated instructional strategies based on students'' needs and abilities.
• Strengthened students'' communication skills through active participation in class discussions and structured debates.
• Developed innovative curriculum materials tailored to address unique learner needs, resulting in increased engagement during seminars.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
• Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.

• Registered nurse in Surgical Day Care and the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) • Responsible for ensuring high quality and efficient care of each patient across the peri-anesthesia spectrum, including pre-op and post-op • Duties also include charge nurse role and precepting of new employees • Participated on task force committee for new surgical center • Collaborated with peers and management to ensure a safe and smooth transition for employees and patients into the new building • Worked in dedicated Covid ICU during 2020 pandemic

Work with clients to provide psychopharmacological care within an outpatient mental health setting • Provide medication recommendation(s) based on client’s current challenge areas and treatment goals – such as starting, maintaining, or tapering off medication(s) • Upon receiving client consent, collaborate with client’s treatment team (such as therapist) to provide holistic client care • Offer Consultation appointments for individuals who are seeking a second opinion regarding their current medication plan.

• Work with clients to provide psychopharmacological care within an outpatient mental health setting
• Provide medication recommendation(s) based on client's current challenge areas and treatment goals - such as starting, maintaining, or tapering off medication(s)
• Upon receiving client consent, collaborate with client's treatment team (such as therapist) to provide holistic client care
• Offer Consultation appointments for individuals who are seeking a second opinion regarding their current medication plan.