Melissa O'Donnell

St. Marys,PA

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse, enhancing patient care through expert medication and IV administration and strong patient advocacy. Skilled in clinical judgment and patient education, significantly reducing complications. Demonstrates exceptional direct patient care and interpersonal skills, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and safety.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

TruCare Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease

05.2024 - Current

Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for adverse reactions.
Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs and administering medications as ordered.
Demonstrated a strong commitment to patient advocacy by serving as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure the highest level of care possible.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Maintained detailed documentation of patient interactions and interventions, facilitating clear communication among healthcare professionals.

Phlebotomist

TruChoice Diagnostics

05.2023 - 05.2024

Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Penn Highlands Healthcare

07.2016 - 01.2021

Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Assistant Manager

Hoss's Steak and Sea House

10.2009 - 06.2016

Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Butler County Community College

Butler, PA

05.2024

Skills

Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care

Patient Assessments
Clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling

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