Melissa Krott
Kinderhook,NY
Summary
Proven leader and compassionate caregiver, adept in problem-solving and teamwork, honed across roles from registered nurse to stay-at-home parenting. Excelled in fast-paced environments, significantly improving patient outcomes through critical thinking and effective communication. Skilled in both patient care coordination and fostering continuous learning among peers. Demonstrates a friendly, positive attitude alongside flexible adaptability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay-at-home Parent
Self-employeed
10.2016 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola
02.2015 - 10.2016
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, effectively teaching critical thinking skills and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
- Managed complex caseloads and coordinated care for patients with multiple comorbidities, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for their needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by promptly identifying changes in condition, initiating appropriate interventions, and communicating effectively with physicians.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and participating in unit-based quality improvement initiatives.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
11.2013 - 11.2014
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills during critical situations such as Code Blue events, coordinating team efforts to stabilize patients and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Advanced quality improvement initiatives within the Cardiac Progressive Care unit through regular participation in process evaluation meetings and offering constructive feedback on areas for growth.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff members, facilitating their integration into our fast-paced Cardiac Progressive Care Unit environment while enhancing overall team proficiency levels.
- Utilized advanced critical thinking skills to promptly identify early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, initiating appropriate interventions to prevent adverse outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Internal Medicine
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
08.2009 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Decreased hospital readmission rates by implementing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Adhered closely to physician direction and medication guidelines in administration of medications to patients.
- Managed challenging patient caseloads efficiently while maintaining a focus on providing compassionate, personalized care for each individual under my supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bob Jones University
Greenville05-2009
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
Timeline
Stay-at-home Parent
Self-employeed
10.2016 - Current
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola
02.2015 - 10.2016
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
11.2013 - 11.2014
Registered Nurse, Internal Medicine
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
08.2009 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bob Jones University
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