MELISSA HARPER
Glasgow,KY
Summary
To advance my career as a Registered Nurse, allowing me to utilize my education, skills and relevant experience. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Commonwealth of Kentucky/Epic Staffing Agency
11.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
Unit Manager
Signature HealthCARE LLC
10.2019 - Current
- Assist DON in daily handling of operations in LTC facility
- Supervise staff nurses and CNA's, delegate appropriate tasks to said stakeholders.
RN Staff Nurse
Signature HealthCARE LLC
03.2018 - Current
RN
The Medical Center of Bowling Green
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Assess patients; monitor vital signs, lab values, etc
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, other ancillary staff to coordinate patient care
- Delegate responsibilities to certified assistants, tech's, LPN's.
RN-Long Term Care
NHC Healthcare
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Observe patients, take and record vital signs
- Report patient test results to physician
- Provide support and comfort to patients and family members
- Perform daily patient assessments; administer medications
- Supervise LPN/CNA's- Delegate appropriate tasks.
Customer Service
Wigwam General Store
05.2010 - 03.2016
Instructional Assistant
Caverna Independent School District
08.2002 - 05.2010
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY08.2016
Skills
- Med Surg
- RN
- Long term care (3 years)
- Hospital
- Medical Surgical
- Staff Nurse
- Medication Administration
- EMR Systems
- Vital Signs
- Medical Records
- Critical Care Experience
- Patient Care
- Medical Terminology
- Experience Administering Injections
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, 10/01/19, 09/01/21
- Nurse's License, 10/01/20, 10/01/21, RN, KY
- RN, 10/01/19, KY
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Assessments
- Electronic Medical Records Knowledge, Expert, 05/01/19
- Medical Terminology, Highly Proficient, 05/01/19
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Commonwealth of Kentucky/Epic Staffing Agency
11.2023 - Current
Unit Manager
Signature HealthCARE LLC
10.2019 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Signature HealthCARE LLC
03.2018 - Current
RN
The Medical Center of Bowling Green
05.2017 - 03.2018
RN-Long Term Care
NHC Healthcare
11.2016 - 05.2017
Customer Service
Wigwam General Store
05.2010 - 03.2016
Instructional Assistant
Caverna Independent School District
08.2002 - 05.2010
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, 10/01/19, 09/01/21
- Nurse's License, 10/01/20, 10/01/21, RN, KY
- RN, 10/01/19, KY
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