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Melissa Leffler

Apopka,FL

Summary

Certified nurse practitioner with two years of experience in PICU. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner, PICU

Nemours Childrens Hospital
Orlando, FL
08.2022 - Current
  • Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
  • Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
  • Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory disorders, or chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension.
  • Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
  • Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for patients.

Registered Nurse, PICU

Advent Health for Children
Orlando, FL
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.

Registered Nurse/ Pediatric CICU

Nemours Children's Hospital
Orlando, FL
04.2020 - 09.2021
  • Provide quality care to critically ill pediatric patients with complex cardiac diagnoses and congenital heart defects
  • Recognize clinical changes in patient status and implement appropriate interventions with concise communication of assessment and plan of care to physicians
  • Skilled in invasive cardiac monitoring with arterial and central catheters, administration and titration of critical care medication infusions and managing patients with advanced airways on ventilators

Travel Registered Nurse, PICU

Aya Healthcare
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Completed thirteen week assignments in the PICU at Rady Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Doernbecher Children's hospital and Randall Children's Hospital.
  • Demonstrated resourcefulness and critical thinking skills in unfamiliar settings
  • Assessed and evaluated patient's medical condition to determine the best course of treatment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Registered Nurse, PICU

Advent Health for Children
Orlando, FL
04.2015 - 03.2019
  • Developed, monitored, and evaluated individualized patient plans of care.
  • Assessed patient conditions and implemented appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Analyzed laboratory results and other diagnostic data to identify potential issues or concerns.
  • Performed physical assessments including vital signs monitoring.
  • Provided direct care to pediatric patients with complex medical needs.

Registered Nurse, Pediatrics

Advent Health for Children
Orlando, FL
07.2013 - 04.2015
  • Gained proficiency in managing time efficiently
  • Instructed parents and guardians on proper home care techniques for their child's condition.
  • Actively participated in developing individualized plans of care based on age-appropriate assessment data.

Education

Master of Science - Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
08-2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TN
05-2013

Skills

  • Intubation
  • Pediatric Physical Exams
  • Diagnostics
  • Precept APP student
  • Central line insertion
  • Ultrasound vascular access
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Chest tube insertion

Presentations

  • Collaborated with fellow APPs to present on Strep A infections for Grand Rounds for hospital organization

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner, PICU

Nemours Childrens Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, PICU

Advent Health for Children
09.2021 - 12.2022

Registered Nurse/ Pediatric CICU

Nemours Children's Hospital
04.2020 - 09.2021

Travel Registered Nurse, PICU

Aya Healthcare
03.2019 - 04.2020

Registered Nurse, PICU

Advent Health for Children
04.2015 - 03.2019

Registered Nurse, Pediatrics

Advent Health for Children
07.2013 - 04.2015

Master of Science - Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Alabama At Birmingham

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Adventist University

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