Melissa Kube
Summary
Seasoned, motivated and enthusiastic nursing professional offering clinical expertise, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Hardworking, passionate and eager to contribute to team success through attention to detail, organizational skills and strong work ethic. History of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices that promote patient satisfaction. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the mission of the organization.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
Saint Peters University Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Develop strategies to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives
- Supervise professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegate tasks to maintain continuum of care
- Establish and continuously optimize unit schedules and individual work assignments
- Investigate and independently resolve complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise
- Foster improvement in staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
- Supervise, direct and motivate high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Develop departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Rutgers The State University
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Created training materials and implemented instructional strategies to track student progress, ascertain skills and development and perform staff assessments
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Saint Peters University Hospital
07.2018 - 11.2021
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of pediatric patients in challenging acute care environment
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to multiple pediatric areas, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Communicated with interdisciplinary team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
Pediatric Emergency Nurse/ Relief Charge RN
Saint Peters University Hospital
05.2001 - 07.2018
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
- Provided skilled, timely, level headed and exceptional care to acutely ill and critically ill pediatric patients age birth to 21 years
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging situations to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Directed throughput in the emergency department, collaborated with physicians and other team members and acted as a resource for nursing staff sharing clinical expertise and delegating tasks appropriately
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and EMTALA regulations.
Relief Nursing Supervisor/Staff Registered Nurse
Children's Specialized Hospital
07.1987 - 04.2001
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals
- Directed overall operation of services in 120 bed hospital while leading successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Expert Witness
Private Attorney
01.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and analyzed medical records and associated discovery documents to identify and establish adherence and/or deviation from established standards of care
- Formulated opinions related to the standard of practice and strengths and weaknesses of the case
- Communicate with attorney and educate on medical terminology and clinical practices
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Nursing Education, MSN -
Western Governors University
Nursing, BSN - undefined
Western Governors University
Nursing, ADN - undefined
Charles E Gregory School of Nursing
Certificate - Legal Nurse Consultant Certificate
CLS By Barberi
New Jersey07.2024
Skills
- ANCC Board Certified Pediatric Nurse
- Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse
- APHON Chemo and Biotherapy Certification
- PALS, BLS, ACLS
- Member of ENA ,ANA and AONL professional organizations
- Analytical Thinking
- Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Self Motivation
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Personal Information
Title: Assistant Nurse Manager Pediatrics, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Emergency Department and Pediatric Sedation
Awards
- Daisy Award
- Above and Beyond for Patient Experience
- Nurse of The Year Children's Specialized Hospital
- Instrumental in leading our Pediatric ED in becoming the first Pediatric ED in the state of NJ to achieve The Lantern Award
Timeline
Expert Witness
Private Attorney
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Saint Peters University Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Rutgers The State University
09.2019 - 12.2021
Clinical Coordinator RN
Saint Peters University Hospital
07.2018 - 11.2021
Pediatric Emergency Nurse/ Relief Charge RN
Saint Peters University Hospital
05.2001 - 07.2018
Relief Nursing Supervisor/Staff Registered Nurse
Children's Specialized Hospital
07.1987 - 04.2001
Nursing Education, MSN -
Western Governors University
Nursing, BSN - undefined
Western Governors University
Nursing, ADN - undefined
Charles E Gregory School of Nursing
Certificate - Legal Nurse Consultant Certificate
CLS By Barberi
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