Melissa Lusardi
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in nursing and healthcare technology. Known for exceptional team coordination and patient advocacy, enhancing care delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in patient assessments, medication administration, and infection control protocols. Committed to enhancing patient education and safety while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care procedures.
- Streamlined documentation processes in electronic health records to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Implemented infection control protocols that improved patient safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted assessments and triaged patients based on urgency to optimize workflow in high-pressure environments.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Health Care Tech
Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline patient care processes.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on operational best practices.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Promoted a positive healing environment by actively engaging and interacting with patients during their recovery process.
- Increased patient comfort by promptly responding to call bells and addressing individual needs or concerns.
- Supported rehabilitation goals by assisting patients with prescribed physical therapy exercises under the guidance of a licensed therapist.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Utica, NY05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY05-2024
No Degree -
Cayuga Community College
Auburn, NY05-2023
No Degree -
Tompkins Community College
Cortland, NY08-2022
No Degree -
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY2015
No Degree -
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Team coordination
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- Stroke Nurses Association
- Nurse Residency
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Upstate Medical University Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Health Care Tech
Upstate Medical University Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mohawk Valley Community College
No Degree -
Cayuga Community College
No Degree -
Tompkins Community College
No Degree -
Syracuse University
No Degree -
Onondaga Community College