Melissa Nacianseno
Harlingen,USA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level case manager position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Harlingen, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Improved patient satisfaction, providing compassionate care and clear communication about treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Primary nurse of 4-5 patients in the progressive cardiac care unit and stroke unit
- Performed assessments, administered medications, provided intravenous therapy, performed complex wound care, neuro and cardiac care with addition of all medical/surgical care
- Monitored various drainage services, continuous cardiac medication drips, communicated with interdisciplinary team included doctors in monitoring and tracking patient's current and ongoing condition
- Started IV's, maintained and troubleshot peripheral and central catheters, insertion and care of all drains and lines
- Monitored and recognized abnormal vitals and labs, attentive to signs and symptoms
- Monitored telemetry readings and immediately notified physician for treatment orders
- Documentation of patient care and assessments including neurological assessments and stroke scales using Cerner
Registered Nurse
Tri-County Healthcare
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Primary home health nurse for pediatric patients
- Performed assessments and continuity of care with family and patient's care team
- Administered medications, respiratory care, and line care
Registered Nurse
Platinum Surgery Center
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Performed perioperative care including initial assessments and insertion of IV for procedures done in endoscopy, ENT procedures, dental and eye procedures
- Provided post anesthesia care
- Assisted as a circulating nurse for listed procedures
Education
Associate degree - Nursing
South Texas College
McAllen, Texas12.2021
Associate degree - Nursing
South Texas College
McAllen, Texas07.2020
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Critical care
- Strong patient assessment
- Infectious disease control
- Patient education and counseling
- Bilingual
- Cardiac Care
Telemetry monitoring
Family Support
Patient Advocacy00
Honest and Dependable0
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
01.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Platinum Surgery Center
10.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Tri-County Healthcare
07.2020 - 05.2023
Associate degree - Nursing
South Texas College
Associate degree - Nursing
South Texas College