Melissa McDermott
Evans,WV
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 7 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Rivers Health
Point Pleasant, WV
12.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Unit Manager/ADON
Genesis Dunbar Center
Dunbar, WV
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Resolved complex customer service issues in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and leave requests.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer needs or operational processes.
- Ensured that the unit was compliant with safety standards and protocols set by the organization.
- Evaluated existing procedures for potential improvements in efficiency or cost savings measures.
- Adhered to company-wide policies regarding confidentiality of information.
- Actively participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates.
- Provided training sessions for newly hired personnel on relevant skills required for their roles.
- Organized and scheduled staff meetings to discuss policies and procedures.
- Monitored daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided guidance, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Conducted performance reviews for all unit personnel.
- Oversaw resident care to promote quality physical, mental and psychological treatment.
- Coordinated ongoing educational objectives to enhance staff competencies in safety, quality and core measures.
- Implemented ongoing educational objectives to improve staff competencies in safety, quality and core measures.
Direct of Nursing
Enlivant Assisted Living
Charleston, WV
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Created reports summarizing patient outcomes based on data collected from various sources.
- Organized educational programs for nurses such as seminars, lectures, workshops.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Inspected medical equipment regularly to ensure it is functioning properly before use by patients or staff members.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
Unit Manager /Unit Manager/ADON
Valley Center Genesis Healthcare
South Charleston, WV
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Resolved complex customer service issues in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and leave requests.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer needs or operational processes.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Jackson General Hospital
Ripley, WV
06.2016 - 08.2021
- Assessed patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
- Developed individualized patient-care plans based on physician instructions and nursing assessment of patient needs.
- Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
- Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and other procedures to assist physicians during treatment of illness or injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions and modified as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight and height measurements; documented results accurately in medical record system.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Provided emotional support for patients experiencing pain or stress due to illness or hospitalization.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services including medications given and response to treatments.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory agency policies governing safe delivery of healthcare services.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with best practices in nursing care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
West Virginia University At Parkersburg
Parkersburg, WV06-2016
Skills
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Community Health
- Geriatric Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Medical Assessment
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Critical Care
- Care Planning
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Diabetes Management
- Emergency Response
- Chart Updating
- Patient Management
- Infectious Disease Control
- Wound Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- ADL Assistance
- IV Setup
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Ventilator Care
- Family and Patient Support
- SBAR Communication
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Flow Sheet Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Emergency Care
- Evaluations
- Nursing Plan Development
- Long-Term Care
- Medication Distribution
- Direct Patient Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Care
- Disease Management Programs
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Treatment Planning
- Medical Evaluation
- A
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
REFERANCES
- Chrystal Jenkins 304-531-0850 -RN Supervisor Jackson General
- Shannon Buckner 304-532-3038- RN Co-worker
- Shawnte Moore 304-444-3953 RN
Timeline
RN
Rivers Health
12.2023 - Current
Unit Manager/ADON
Genesis Dunbar Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
Direct of Nursing
Enlivant Assisted Living
08.2021 - 08.2022
Unit Manager /Unit Manager/ADON
Valley Center Genesis Healthcare
12.2020 - 08.2021
RN, Medical-Surgical
Jackson General Hospital
06.2016 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
West Virginia University At Parkersburg