Melissa Halbert
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Hard-working registered nurse with over six years of experience in exceptional patient care. Demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills, effectively partnering with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient recovery. Passionate about educating patients and families, while providing evidence-based care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgery RN
East Valley Peaks
04.2022 - Current
- Monitored vitals and accurately administered meds, adhering to infection control measures, and safety protocols.
- Led patient education initiatives and provided emotional support to families during pre-op and post-op care.
- Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to optimize surgical outcomes and enhance recovery timelines.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
MGA Homecare
01.2019 - Current
- Administered daily respiratory treatments and suctioned oral/nasal cavity, enhancing patient comfort.
- Provided coordination of care between disciplines and family.
- Frequent commendations from co-workers and patient's parents.
Resource Team PCU RN
Banner Health-Desert Medical Center
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Highly adaptable; worked with a variety of telemetry patients on multiple units: Neuro, Trauma, Cardiac, Surgical, and GI.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering complex medications, blood, and IV therapies.
- Coordinated effective collaboration between families and healthcare providers during morning rounds.
- Level I Trauma Center
Assistant Pool Manager
City of Mesa
Mesa, USA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed aquatic operations to ensure efficient facility function.
- Coordinated multiple daily swim programs while maintaining high safety standards.
- Organized lifeguard schedules and directed in-service training fostering team collaboration.
Receptionist/Customer Service Representative
Valley Healthcare-STARS
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained patient treatment schedules and payment registrars.
- Educated patients and families on CPAP and oxygen equipment.
- Streamlined front desk operations by organizing and digitizing old systems to improve efficiency.
Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor/ Coach
City of Mesa
Mesa, USA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Performed life-saving swimming rescues
- Developed swim instruction programs for diverse age groups, fostering water confidence and safety awareness.
- Taught parents basic water safety and CPR
- Designated Lifeguard of the Year
Education
Bachelors - Nursing-BSN
Upper Iowa University
01-2018
Registered Nurse - ADN
Mesa Community College
01-2018
High School Diploma -
Desert Ridge High School
01-2013
Skills
- RN License
- ACLS certification
- EMT training
- IV insertion
- Organization
- Detail-Oriented
- Dependable
- Compassionate
Volunteer Experience
- Church Youth Leader 2016-2025
- FMSC 2015-2025
- Project Cure 2018-2020
- International Language Programs (Taught English to children in China for five months) 2013
Timeline
Surgery RN
East Valley Peaks
04.2022 - Current
Resource Team PCU RN
Banner Health-Desert Medical Center
11.2020 - 05.2022
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
MGA Homecare
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Pool Manager
City of Mesa
01.2015 - 01.2017
Receptionist/Customer Service Representative
Valley Healthcare-STARS
01.2015 - 01.2016
Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor/ Coach
City of Mesa
01.2011 - 01.2015
Bachelors - Nursing-BSN
Upper Iowa University
Registered Nurse - ADN
Mesa Community College
High School Diploma -
Desert Ridge High School
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