Melissa McKinney
Marion,NC
Summary
Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-VAMC Radiation RN Liaison
GenesisCare/former 21st Century Oncology
Marion , NC
2013.09 - Current
- Responded quickly and effectively during medical emergencies and provided life saving measures as necessary.
- Reported changes in patient status promptly to supervisor or attending physician.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices were followed.
- Identified potential risk factors associated with the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided post-operative care and education to patients and families.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Counseled patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Analyzed, collected and recorded patient health data.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain clinical competency and stay updated on healthcare advancements.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient care and outcomes accurately.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the healthcare facility.
- Responded to medical emergencies, employing critical thinking and fast-paced decision-making skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, adjusting nursing interventions as necessary.
- Observed and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of each patient.
- Maintained departmental policies, procedures or infection control standards.
- Consulted other health care providers in patient discharge, patient care or clinical procedures.
- Directed or supervised nursing care staff in provision of patient therapy.
Registered Nurse Physician Liaison
Hospice of Rutherford County
Forest City , NC
2010.12 - 2013.09
- Developed and maintained relationships with physicians and other healthcare professionals to promote organization's services.
- Reviewed data from surveys conducted among physicians and patients to identify areas of improvement within organization's services.
- Assisted in the development of physician referral network by meeting with existing and potential referring physicians.
- Created reports on referral patterns for management review.
- Identified new referral sources, developed marketing materials, and coordinated outreach activities.
- Provided feedback on market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to senior leadership team.
- Prepared monthly activity reports outlining progress made towards achieving goals set forth by department head.
- Maintained a database of contacts and tracked all interactions with key stakeholders.
- Resolved conflicts between patients and families and healthcare providers when necessary.
- Advised physicians on best practices related to organizational processes.
- Facilitated communication among clinical departments to ensure timely patient care delivery.
- Conducted presentations at medical staff meetings to educate providers about organization's services.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop strategies for increasing referrals from targeted provider groups.
- Utilized well-developed communication, active listening and persuasion talents when interacting with people.
- Scheduled appointments and met with organizational decision makers, engaging each to develop referrals.
- Participated in weekly meetings with professionals to discuss ways to build referral base and identify ineffective techniques.
- Attended health fairs, community events, seminars, conferences, and other networking opportunities to build relationships with providers.
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
- Prepared or delivered speeches to further public relations objectives.
- Arranged public appearances, contests or exhibits for clients to increase product or service awareness or promote goodwill.
- Established or maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer or public interest groups.
Registered Nurse-Radiation Oncology
21st Century Oncology
Asheville , NC
2007.09 - 2010.09
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse -Hospice RN Case Manager
Hospice Of McDowell County
Marion , NC
1997.05 - 2007.09
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
Registered Nurse-Child Service Coordinator
McDowell County Health department
Marion , NC
1997.12 - 1999.10
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Registered Nurse-Case Manager
McDowell Home Health
Marion , NC
1992.04 - 1997.12
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up appointments and assessments.
- Obtained recommendations for inpatient or outpatient level of care by discussing cases with physician advisor.
- Coordinated home care, home infusion, and durable medical equipment reducing patient wait times.
- Participated in on-call rotations, delivering daily continuous quality care to patients.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
- Arranged placement of new patient admissions and transfers according to clinical standards and guidelines.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Rutherford Regional Hospital
Rutherfordton , NC
1991.06 - 1992.04
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NC1991-05
Some College (No Degree) - Public Health Nursing
AB Tech
Asheville, NCSome College (No Degree) - Radiation Oncology Clinic Skills-Nursing
MAHEC-Radiation Oncology
Asheville, NCSkills
- Emergency Response
- Care Planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Case Management
- Wound Care
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Physical assessments
- Coordinating referrals
Certification
- ADN
- PHN II
- Medtronic Pain Pump Management
- Federal Contract Employee -VAMC Radiation Clinic
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse-VAMC Radiation RN Liaison
GenesisCare/former 21st Century Oncology
2013.09 - Current
Registered Nurse Physician Liaison
Hospice of Rutherford County
2010.12 - 2013.09
Registered Nurse-Radiation Oncology
21st Century Oncology
2007.09 - 2010.09
Registered Nurse-Child Service Coordinator
McDowell County Health department
1997.12 - 1999.10
Registered Nurse -Hospice RN Case Manager
Hospice Of McDowell County
1997.05 - 2007.09
Registered Nurse-Case Manager
McDowell Home Health
1992.04 - 1997.12
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Rutherford Regional Hospital
1991.06 - 1992.04
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Piedmont Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Public Health Nursing
AB Tech
Some College (No Degree) - Radiation Oncology Clinic Skills-Nursing
MAHEC-Radiation Oncology
- ADN
- PHN II
- Medtronic Pain Pump Management
- Federal Contract Employee -VAMC Radiation Clinic
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