MELISSA HAMBLIN
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Nursing Professional with experience in acute care and complex medical environments in search of a job that includes a focus on education and career growth. Skilled in evidence-based care, charge nursing, emergency response, and interdisciplinary communication. Proven success training new nurses, reinforcing competencies for safe practice and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
03.2026 - Current
- Administered dialysis treatment to approximately 18 patients at a time, ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols.
- Diligently monitored patient vital signs and fluid status, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and self-care techniques to enhance treatment adherence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
11.2023 - 12.2025
- Served as Charge RN, coordinating shift operations and prioritizing patient needs while maintaining adherence to treatment plans and safety protocols.
- Delivered direct patient care, monitored for condition changes, and documented and communicated updates to interdisciplinary teams to support timely clinical decisions.
- Responded to acute patient situations using established emergency response systems, stabilizing patients and escalating care per protocol.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and care plans, improving understanding of treatment expectations and ongoing health management.
Patient Care Assistant
Banner University Medical Center
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced efficiency in daily operations within the unit.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Tucson08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences
University of Arizona
Tucson08.2020
Skills
- Adaptability and critical thinking
- Time management
- Patient care and advocacy
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Patient assessment and education
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Quality improvement strategies
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
03.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
11.2023 - 12.2025
Patient Care Assistant
Banner University Medical Center
01.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences
University of Arizona
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona