Melissa Metcalf
Crawfordville,FL
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Nurse Coordinator with a proven track record at HCA Florida Capital Hospital, enhancing patient care through effective leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and quality improvement. Skilled in clinical documentation and nursing leadership, I have significantly contributed to staff development and operational excellence, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Sameday Surgery
HCA Florida Capital Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Managed staffing needs by creating schedules, adjusting assignments based on needs of surgical unit, and delegating tasks efficiently.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and implementation of best practices.
- Led team of nurses in delivering surgical care thru pre-operative, phase II recovery and preadmission testing.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting Sameday Surgery operations and patient care.
- Managed patients recovering from surgical procedures.
- Oversaw training and staffing of all nurses in Sameday Surgery unit.
Charge Nurse, Sameday Surgery
HCA Florida Capital HOspital
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Oversaw training of new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols in unit.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
Staff Nurse, Sameday Surgery
HCA Florida Capital Hospital
06.2013 - 06.2017
- Coordination and care of surgical patients with anesthesia providers, surgeons and OR staff.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized and attentive care during pre-and post-operative procedures.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing clinical expertise and offering guidance on best practices within the Same Day Surgery unit.
- Educated patients on surgical processes, alleviating anxiety and fostering trust among patients and their families.
- Prepared patients for discharge efficiently by delivering tailored instructions regarding home care measures, medication administration, and follow-up appointments.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Staff Nurse, Medical Unit
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 05.2013
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Staff Nurse
Southeastern Surgical Group
04.2010 - 04.2011
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assisted surgeons with patient health histories, medications, office examinations, office surgeries, scheduling of surgical procedures and pre/post operative order entry.
Medical Assistant
Southeastern Surgical Group
01.2000 - 08.2008
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wakulla High School
Crawfordville, FL05.2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL05.2010
Skills
- Clinical Documention
- Care Coordination
- Quality Improvement
- Continuing education
- Recruiting and training
- Compliance Monitoring
- Performance Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Staff Education
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Sameday Surgery
HCA Florida Capital Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse, Sameday Surgery
HCA Florida Capital HOspital
06.2017 - 06.2022
Staff Nurse, Sameday Surgery
HCA Florida Capital Hospital
06.2013 - 06.2017
Staff Nurse, Medical Unit
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 05.2013
Staff Nurse
Southeastern Surgical Group
04.2010 - 04.2011
Medical Assistant
Southeastern Surgical Group
01.2000 - 08.2008
High School Diploma -
Wakulla High School
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Community College
BLS
ACLS
PALS
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