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Melissa Herrin
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Melissa Herrin

APRN
Lafayette,IN

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Clinical nurse expertFamily Nurse PractitionerNeonatal Nurse Practitioner

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Lafayette, IN, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$125000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchPaid time off

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Nurse Expert with extensive experience at Franciscan Health Lafayette East, specializing in healthcare policy development and patient education. Proven leadership in neonatal resuscitation and critical care management, fostering interprofessional collaboration to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to compassionate care and innovative educational strategies, including unique escape room training for staff.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
8
8
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Neonatal nurse PRACTITIONER

Medicus Locums
North Dakota
03.2024 - Current
  • Traveled to North Dakota as locum NNP for level III NICU, provided critical care to high-risk neonates.
  • Delivered comprehensive care for critically ill newborns in diverse clinical settings.
  • Conducted ground transports, assisted with resuscitation, attended deliveries, admitted and monitored infants, and initiated central lines for neonates from 23 to 40 weeks gestational age.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed health status of neonatal patients regularly.

Clinical nurse expert

Franciscan Health Lafayette East
05.2007 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
  • Educated parents and provided resources to support their understanding and involvement in care.
  • Created and renewed policies and developed educational programs, including interactive escape rooms to enhance learning.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Neonatal Associates
10.2022 - 12.2025
  • Attended high-risk deliveries at level III NICU, ensuring immediate care for critically ill infants.
  • Intubated and initiated central lines for infants ranging from 23 to 43 weeks gestational age, facilitating essential life-saving interventions.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients' health and development.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
  • Provided education and support to families regarding infant care and health issues.

Neonatal nurse PRACTITIONER

Carle Foundation Hospital
03.2019 - 05.2021
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and prescribed medications for infants and post-surgical patients, optimizing recovery processes in NICU.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients in critical care settings.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
  • Administered medications and monitored responses for neonatal patients.
  • Attended high-risk deliveries in level III NICU, ensuring immediate care for critically ill infants.

Education

post graduate certificate - FNP

Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN
12.2024 - 03.2026

Master of science - Nursing NNP

University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing BSN and Diploma

St. Joseph’s College & St. Elizabeth School of Nursing
05-2007

Skills

  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical assessment
  • Critical care management
  • Acute and chronic health issues
  • Patient education and strategies
  • EMR / EHR proficiency
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Leadership
  • Staff management
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • Medical histories management

Activities

  • Volunteer with church at a local soup kitchen providing dinner once a month
  • Walk dogs at a local no-kill dog shelter during the summer
  • Visit residents at local long-term facilities bringing crafts, games, or puzzles

Certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Timeline

post graduate certificate - FNP

Purdue Global University
12.2024 - 03.2026

Neonatal nurse PRACTITIONER

Medicus Locums
03.2024 - Current

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Neonatal Associates
10.2022 - 12.2025

Neonatal nurse PRACTITIONER

Carle Foundation Hospital
03.2019 - 05.2021

Clinical nurse expert

Franciscan Health Lafayette East
05.2007 - Current

Master of science - Nursing NNP

University of Indianapolis

Bachelor of Science - Nursing BSN and Diploma

St. Joseph’s College & St. Elizabeth School of Nursing

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