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Work History
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Melissa Hadley

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with extensive experience in healthcare coordination and clinical assessment. Seeking to utilize my skills and experience to provide high-quality nursing care to inmates, ensure their well-being, and contribute to the efficient operation of Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Healthcare Liaison

Freedom Square Rehab
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Conducted clinical review and assessment of hospital clinicals.
  • Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
  • Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.

Nurse Case Manager

Carrington Place of St. Pete
01.2023 - 06.2023


  • Conducted patient assessments and developed care plans
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
  • Promoted continuity of care by coordinating with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members in the development of discharge plans.

Nurse Case Manager/Floor Nurse

Lions Care
10.2021 - 04.2023
  • Administered daily medications and treatments
  • Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
  • Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
  • Applied critical thinking skills during case reviews to identify potential risks or challenges before they escalated into larger issues.


Nurse

Pinellas County Schools - Contractor
10.2022 - 01.2023


  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
  • Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
  • Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Admissions Assistant

Southeast Homecare
10.2020 - 10.2021


  • Verified client insurance
  • Coordinated scheduling and staffing
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, interventions, goals, progress reports, and referrals in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Increased access to essential services by connecting patients with appropriate community resources.

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Director of Admissions

Largo Rehab Center
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Conducted patient assessments and determined admission eligibility
  • Developed marketing strategies to attract new clients
  • Provided tours of facility and answered inquiries from prospective residents.


Regional Director of Admission

Signature Healthcare
01.2020 - 10.2020
  • Reviewed clinical documentation and assessed patient needs
  • Developed and implemented admission procedures
  • Trained and supervised admission staff
  • Managed relationships with healthcare providers and community organizations.

Admissions Coordinator

Eagle Lake Rehab
04.2018 - 01.2019
  • Reviewed clinical documentation for admission
  • Verified client insurance and completed paperwork
  • Provided tours of the facility to prospective residents and families
  • Assisted with scheduling and administrative tasks.

Admissions Coordinator

Egret Cove Center
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • Reviewed clinical documentation for admission
  • Provided tours of the facility to prospective residents and families
  • Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy.
  • Completed preliminary paperwork for incoming and outgoing patients.

Admissions Coordinator

Dolphins View
10.2015 - 04.2017
  • Reviewed clinical documentation for admission
  • Verified client insurance and completed paperwork
  • Provided tours of the facility to prospective residents and families
  • Optimized communication strategies between departments involved in the admissions process, fostering collaboration and efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Healthcare Administration -

Saint Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL
12.2023

Associate of Arts -

Saint Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL
07.2023

Licensed Practical Nursing -

Rasmussen University
Brandon, FL
12.2022

General Education Development (GED) -

Saint Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL
06.2011

Skills

  • Healthcare coordination
  • Clinical assessment
  • Patient care
  • Insurance coordination
  • CPR
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Assessment capabilities
  • Assertiveness
  • Influencing skills

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (PN 5252429), Florida, 07/2025
  • CPR – BLS Certification, American Heart Association

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Healthcare Liaison

Freedom Square Rehab
06.2023 - 04.2024

Nurse Case Manager

Carrington Place of St. Pete
01.2023 - 06.2023

Nurse

Pinellas County Schools - Contractor
10.2022 - 01.2023

Nurse Case Manager/Floor Nurse

Lions Care
10.2021 - 04.2023

Admissions Assistant

Southeast Homecare
10.2020 - 10.2021

Regional Director of Admission

Signature Healthcare
01.2020 - 10.2020

Director of Admissions

Largo Rehab Center
01.2019 - 12.2020

Admissions Coordinator

Eagle Lake Rehab
04.2018 - 01.2019

Admissions Coordinator

Egret Cove Center
04.2017 - 04.2018

Admissions Coordinator

Dolphins View
10.2015 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Healthcare Administration -

Saint Petersburg College

Associate of Arts -

Saint Petersburg College

Licensed Practical Nursing -

Rasmussen University

General Education Development (GED) -

Saint Petersburg College
Melissa Hadley