Melissa Johnson
Natchez,MS
Summary
Reliable and enthusiastic employee with 4 years of experience as a Registered Nurse and 5 years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner. After almost 10 years of working as a dedicated professional within the healthcare field, I am now seeking an at home/remote position that will allow me to exercise my commitment to helping others, maintaining a high level of professionalism, and utilizing my organizational skills and my attention to detail. A remote position would also allow for the ability to maintain a level of availability to my family and 3 small children. Considered hardworking and motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Riverpark Medical Center
Vidalia, LA
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and implemented interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Reviewed test results and information obtained during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and/or conditions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
- Discussed preventive measures to improve health and avert further medical issues.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Used electronic health records to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Living Well Family Clinic/Riverland Medical Center
Vidalia, LA
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and implemented interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
- Conducted monthly patient case conferences and staff meetings to educate staff and facilitate good communication.
- Discussed preventive measures to improve health and avert further medical issues.
- Worked with patients and families to explain plans of care, advocating for needs and preferences and updating periodically.
- Completed physical examinations and required immunizations for school-aged patients.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Used electronic health records to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Promise Hospital Of MissLou
Vidalia, LA
03.2014 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Natchez Community Hospital
Natchez, MS
02.2013 - 01.2014
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Closer/Cashier/Lead Waitress
Oby's Restaurant
Starkville, MS
07.2009 - 11.2012
- Performed store opening, closing and shift-change actions and oversaw wait-staff.
- Evaluated professionalism of checkouts and kept team members on top of cleaning tasks.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Educated employees on register use, merchandising and customer service.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Oversaw group of cashiers and service staff, supervising performance, correcting problems and boosting efficiency to optimize team operations and dynamics.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Medicine
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSNo Degree - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MSMaster of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL07.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MS12.2012
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Standards of Care
- Disease Prevention Education
- Medication Prescribing
- Patient Records Maintenance
- Patient Education
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Support Staff Supervision
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Responding to Difficult Patients/Clients
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Data Entry and Maintenance
- Efficient and Detail-Oriented
- Patient/Customer Data Confidentiality
- Computer Proficiency
- Team-Oriented and Cooperative
- Time Management
Timeline
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Riverpark Medical Center
06.2020 - 10.2021
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Living Well Family Clinic/Riverland Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Promise Hospital Of MissLou
03.2014 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Natchez Community Hospital
02.2013 - 01.2014
Closer/Cashier/Lead Waitress
Oby's Restaurant
07.2009 - 11.2012
No Degree - Pre-Medicine
Mississippi State University
No Degree - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
East Mississippi Community College