Melissa McKevitt
Congers
Summary
Organized Registered Nurse experienced in delivering high-quality patient care and performing accurate assessments under pressure. Achieved improved patient satisfaction through effective collaboration with medical teams and leadership in nursing practices. Focused on driving innovation to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Montefiore Nyack Hospital
Nyack
07.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical settings.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and needs.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives for better care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Assisted in emergency situations while ensuring patient safety.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
RN Staff Nurse
HCA Memorial Health University Medical Center
Jacksonville
11.2008 - 06.2021
- Charge nurse role
- Nurse Manger for 1 year
- Prepare patients and provide care for pre and post ECT treatment
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
Suffern
08.2004 - 08.2008
- 21 bed acute care for behavioral health
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY 09.1993 - 12.1997
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Patient discharge
- Care coordination
- EMR / EHR
- EMR management
- Charting
- Policy compliance
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Leadership abilities
- Conflict resolution
- Precepting
- Employee evaluation
- Patient support
Accomplishments
- 2025 Nursing Excellence Award recipient
- Candidate for Nurse of the year at HCA Memorial Hospital
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Montefiore Nyack Hospital
07.2021 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
HCA Memorial Health University Medical Center
11.2008 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2004 - 08.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rockland Community College
09.1993 - 12.1997