Melissa Kujak
Holmen,WI
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated registered nurse (RN) with 20+ years' experience in various healthcare settings. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care, develop and implement nursing care plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Strong skills in patient education, chronic disease management and acute care with a commitment to continuous professional development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
School District of La Crosse
12.2007 - Current
- Oversee health services for a total of 1,500 students including special ed, manage 3 health assistants and work with 230 staff in a high school and two elementary buildings.
- Provide first aid and emergency care to students, diabetes management, administer medications, conduct health screenings and implement health education programs.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunizations and health related records and visits.
- Provide support and training to school staff on emergency medications, specialized healthcare procedures.
- Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic health conditions.
- Participate in developing and responding to emergency situations and disaster plans.
- Communicate with teachers, administrators and parents regarding students' health needs and actions.
- Collaborate with external healthcare providers, specialists and community health resources.
- Promote a healthy and safe school environment by monitoring for communicable diseases and implementing prevention strategies.
- Maintain and manage our AED program for our district.
1:1 In Home Caregiver; RN
ALM Holding Company/Mathy Family
05.2022 - 11.2025
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments, administered medications and monitored vital signs. Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to family.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation and nutrition.
- Inspected and dressed wounds, monitored for infection and checked for bedsores.
- Helped with mobility, including walking and transferring between bed and chair using assistive devices.
- Performed light housekeeping, like laundry and cleaning.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to the patient.
- Respected and followed the family's wishes on hospice care.
Quality Assurance Specialist RN
Logistics Health Incorporated
07.2007 - 12.2007
- Assessed medical information provided by clinics and evaluate the information according to appropriate military standards.
- Received inbound and place outbound calls in regards to medical and behavioral health referrals issued.
- Provided contact information for service members to schedule appropriate follow-up through military facilities.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery/Postpartum RN
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
06.2002 - 07.2007
- Provided care to a 22-bed maternity unit for obstetrical, gynecology and newborn patients.
- Performed mother and newborn assessments, ensured comprehensive recovery and lactation support.
- Contributed to the unit staff development team and functioned as a preceptor for new nurses.
- Delivered bereavement support for families experiencing perinatal loss.
- Educated new parents on postpartum care, breastfeeding techniques and newborn safety.
- Participated and responded to postpartum hemorrhage situations and emergency C-section procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including lactation consultants and pediatricians to enhance patient outcomes.
- Implemented pain management plans, including administering IV fluids and medications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona05-2002
Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Emotional intelligence
- Clinical proficiency in obstetrics, pediatrics, and geriatric care
- Diabetes care coordination
- Collaborative teamwork
- Medical billing experience
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - (Current)
- AHA First Aid CPR/AED - (Current)
Timeline
1:1 In Home Caregiver; RN
ALM Holding Company/Mathy Family
05.2022 - 11.2025
School Nurse
School District of La Crosse
12.2007 - Current
Quality Assurance Specialist RN
Logistics Health Incorporated
07.2007 - 12.2007
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery/Postpartum RN
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
06.2002 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University