Melissa Messere
Griffith,IN
Summary
New graduate RN with experience delivering compassionate care to patients. Seeking to combine recent education with field experience to pursue career opportunities as a registered nurse with a focus to deliver high-quality patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Preceptorship- Emergency Department
Franciscan Health Michigan City
Michigan City, IN
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Successfully completed 160 hours of clinical placement in the ER unit.
- Provided collaborative nursing care for patient assignment requiring triage and emergent assessments under supervision.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptor and other professional medical staff to achieve quality patient care and positive outcome goals.
- Refine critical thinking, problem-solving, and organization skills to work effectively with critically ill patients.
Student RN Fellow- Medical Surgical
St. Catherine's Hospital
East Chicago, IN
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Implemented basic care for an average of eight patients daily.
- Provided assistance to registered nurses.
- Displayed strong clinical skills by assessing vital signs, performing glucose checks, and providing pre- and post-operative care.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crestwood Rehabilitation Center
Crestwood, IL
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Deliver patient care under the supervision of RNs and LPNs, assist patients with ADLs, and collaborate with nursing teams to enhance patient experience, resulting in an increase in patient satisfaction scores.
- Provided chart accuracy, patient relations and consistent delivery of care.
- Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patients' status.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05-2024
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Patient-centered care
- Strong interprofessional skills
- Patient advocacy
Community Involvement
Health Fair
Assisted with creating a health fair held at Indiana University Northwest by providing health information and resources to promote health and wellness for the community.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2021-Present
Timeline
Student Nurse Preceptorship- Emergency Department
Franciscan Health Michigan City
01.2024 - 04.2024
Student RN Fellow- Medical Surgical
St. Catherine's Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crestwood Rehabilitation Center
01.2020 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
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