Melissa Hamrick
Alderson
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Raleigh General Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Administered intravenous therapies and injections with precision while adhering to safety protocols.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, fostering independence and promoting emotional well-being.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with patients and families to support holistic care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to infection control policies to protect patients and staff.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to physicians, ensuring timely interventions.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to evaluate patient conditions and develop individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
White Sulphur Springs Center
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed complex medical conditions such as dementia, diabetes, Parkinson''s disease, and cardiovascular disorders among elderly residents within the facility.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through close monitoring of patients and timely intervention in case of complications.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician orders.
- Mentored new nurses on the team, fostering a supportive learning environment while promoting adherence to established protocols.
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Promoted a positive healing environment by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining open communication with patients and their families.
- Provided skilled nursing care to patients with challenging behavioral symptoms related to cognitive decline, utilizing non-pharmacological interventions and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for effective management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for the development and implementation of holistic patient care strategies.
- Managed the timely administration of medications, vaccinations, and other prescribed treatments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during end-of-life care, facilitating a dignified transition for all parties involved.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, accurately identifying changes in patient condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Greenbrier Valley Medical Center
10.2015 - 06.2021
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify urgent medical needs and prioritize care effectively.
- Administered emergency treatments and interventions, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, treatment options, and recovery processes to promote understanding and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions continuously, adjusting care plans based on real-time data and observations.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, enhancing communication among care teams.
- Assisted in triaging patients upon arrival to the emergency department, ensuring timely and efficient care delivery.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, applying best practices to promote healing and prevent complications.
- Coordinated patient transfers to specialized units, facilitating seamless transitions of care for optimal outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Registered Nurse, Surgical and Pediatric Unit
Greenbrier Valley Medical Center
05.2004 - 10.2015
- Provided comprehensive patient care by monitoring vital signs and assessing overall health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, medication management, and recovery processes.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Conducted health assessments to identify potential complications and initiate timely nursing interventions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mountain State University
Beckley, WV05-2004
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient evaluation
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Diabetes management
- HIPAA education
- Emergency care
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Removing sutures
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse 64650- 2004-current
- BLS expires 03/31/2027
- ACLS expires 06/30/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Raleigh General Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
White Sulphur Springs Center
04.2019 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Greenbrier Valley Medical Center
10.2015 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse, Surgical and Pediatric Unit
Greenbrier Valley Medical Center
05.2004 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mountain State University