Registered Nurse
Melissa Kellett
Union Health
West Terre Haute,IN
24
Years of experience
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Work History
Registered Nurse- PACU and Overflow Unit
1 Year 2 Months- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Monitor patient vital signs and recovery progress post-anesthesia in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care and timely interventions.
- Implemented pain management protocols to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions.
Nursing Assistant
5 Years 5 Months- Responded to call lights, enhancing patient comfort and safety through adjustments of bed rails and equipment.
- Facilitated patient feeding and monitored intake to support achievement of nutritional goals.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations, assessing needs and delivering appropriate care.
Hospice / HomeHealthCaregiver
2 Years 11 Months- Provided compassionate care and support to terminally ill patients in home environments.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Administered medications and monitored patient health conditions for changes or emergencies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary hospice team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families during the grieving process through active listening and empathetic communication.
Director of Marketing
2 Years 2 Months- Created and executed innovative experiential marketing events that enhanced brand engagement.
- Managed annual marketing budget in excess of $100,000.
- Developed metrics to assess success and identify opportunities for greater market penetration.
- Developed metrics and measured success in order to further penetrate marketplace.
- Crafted comprehensive marketing plans integrating digital strategies, print advertising, and word-of-mouth tactics.
Group Home Manager
4 Years 1 Month- Supported staff in maintaining residents' health by scheduling medical appointments and arranging transportation, ensuring timely access to care.
- Facilitated daily living tasks for individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities by coordinating expert support, enhancing their quality of life.
- Scheduled physician and other appointments for residents, providing transportation to each visit.
- Created staff work schedules so each shift had appropriate number of employees for coverage.
- Created staff work schedules so each shift had an appropriate number of employees for coverage.
Phlebotomist
3 Years 5 Months- Stocked phlebotomy cart with necessary supplies to ensure readiness for procedures.
- Assembled and organized tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices for efficient workflow.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Documented collection of specimens with initials, dates, and times. by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
- Dean's List
CNA Certification And License - Medical Care
Associate of Science - Marketing
- Dean's List
- Awarded Outstanding Achievement in Marketing
High School Diploma
- Honor Roll [Semester and Year]
- Relevant Coursework: Phlebotomy Certification
Skills
IV administration
IV therapy
Patient education
Strong clinical judgment
Patient management
Post-anesthesia care
Stroke and telemetry certification
Patient education and counseling
ACLS certification
Patient advocacy
Accomplishments
- PI Research Committee - Completed group study focused on patient comfort, costs and test results, which resulted in increased patient satisfaction from 78% to 100%
- Registered Nurse Residency Program - One year program completion of continued education for new RN.
Timeline
Registered Nurse- PACU and Overflow Unit
Union Health
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Nursing Assistant
Union Health
04.2021 - CurrentRead More
Hospice / HomeHealthCaregiver
Self-employeed
01.2021 - 12.2023Read More
Director of Marketing
Scheid Diesel Service
01.2018 - 03.2020Read More
Group Home Manager
ResCare Residential Services
02.2006 - 03.2010Read More
Phlebotomist
Terre Haute MedLab
08.2002 - 01.2006Read More
Terre Haute North Vigo High School
High School Diploma
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Harrison College
Associate of Science from Marketing
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Primere Healthcare Services
CNA Certification And License from Medical Care
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Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Science from Nursing
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RN Excellence in Service Award
- Honor given by management and staff for outstanding patient care, leadership and innovation