Melissa Monroe
PORTLAND,OR
Summary
Compassionate RN with extensive experience in clinical judgment, patient education, and palliative care. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and enhance patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Legacy Health Systems
Portland, OR
11.2018 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and health status, swiftly identifying changes to provide timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting understanding of treatment options and self-care techniques.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
RN Staff Nurse
Samaritan Health Services
Corvallis, OR
07.2006 - 11.2013
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient care processes and increased overall satisfaction scores.
- Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations to guide clinical decision-making and optimize patient outcomes.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records systems, improving accuracy and efficiency in information management.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Linn-Benton Community College
Albany, OR06-2006
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Chronic disease management
- Age-specific care
- Community health nursing
- Cardiovascular assessment
- Wound care
- IV medication administration
- Patient education
- Airway management
- Medication management
- Vaccine administration
- Immunization delivery
- End-of-life care
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Legacy Health Systems
11.2018 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Samaritan Health Services
07.2006 - 11.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Linn-Benton Community College