Melissa Parry
Texarkana,TX
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse with extensive experience, excelling in patient care. Proven leadership in care coordination and regulatory compliance, fostering collaboration among healthcare teams. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking in high-pressure environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, House Supervisor
Riverview Behavioral Health
Texarkana, AR
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
- Initiated incident reports when a deviation from standard protocol occurred involving patients or staff members.
- Performed daily rounds to evaluate patient condition, provide feedback on performance, and address any issues or concerns.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, GI Lab
Steward Wadley Regional Medical Center
Texarkana, TX
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse, Case Manager
Encompass Home Health
Texarkana, AR
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Incorporated appropriate nursing methods to create individualized care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Identified potential risks related to medication use or inadequate follow up care after discharge from the hospital.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
- Actively participated in family and patient planning processes.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up appointments and assessments.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Christus St. Michael Health System
Texarkana, TX
07.2014 - 01.2018
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse, Neurology/Neurosurgery
Baptist Memphis Hospital
Memphis, TN
06.2011 - 12.2012
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse, Urology Procedure Nurse
Collom & Carney Clinic
Texarkana, TX
01.2005 - 02.2007
- Assisted physicians with various procedures: Transurethral Microwave Thermotherapies (TUMT's), vasectomies, urodynamic studies (UDS's), male and female cystoscopies, prostate biopsies, trans-rectal ultrasounds (TRUS's), hydroceles, urine analyses, bladder scans, and insertion of Foley catheters. Most of these procedures involved explaining procedures, having consents signed, updating patient information, starting IVs, working with certified registered nurse anesthetists, and post-procedure recovery.
- Assisted patients into the physicians' rooms, and scheduled labs and tests.
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse in Training
Collom & Carney Regional Dialysis Center
Texarkana, TX
06.2004 - 12.2004
- Assisted patients in pre-dialysis weighing and vital signs, and connected patients to their assigned machines by inserting needles into their shunts, arteriovenous (AV) fistulas, or connecting them via a temporary catheter.
- Set the machines according to physicians' orders, monitored vital signs every hour after treatment began, assisted patients with needs, administered medications, taught patient education, monitored and cared for machines, discontinued treatments after completion, monitored patients' sites, and assisted patients in post-dialysis weighing and vital signs.
- Assigned patient stations to employees, and assisted them with patient connections, disconnections, and general questions.
Registered Nurse, ICU/Coronary Care Unit
Christus St. Michael Health System
Texarkana, TX
06.2002 - 04.2004
- Completed several weeks of critical care courses and training.
- Assisted critically ill patients: Admitted patients to the unit, performed head-to-toe assessments, followed physicians' orders, administered medications, prepared patients for surgeries/procedures, started IVs and Foley catheters, measured vital signs, drew labs, discontinued femoral arterial lines, discharged patients, transferred patients to other departments, and educated patients and their families.
- At times, assigned patients to coworkers and floated to Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, Medical Intensive Care Unit, and Progressive Care Unit, Code Blue emergencies, hospital wide departments to start IV's, and the Emergency Room.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR05-2002
High School Diploma -
Texas High School
Texarkana, TX05-1995
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Incident reporting
- Regulatory compliance
- Nursing leadership
- Care coordination
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Emotional support
- Patient education
- Staff training
- Communication skills
- Medical procedure preparation
- Procedure assistance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, House Supervisor
Riverview Behavioral Health
10.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse, GI Lab
Steward Wadley Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Case Manager
Encompass Home Health
03.2018 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Christus St. Michael Health System
07.2014 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse, Neurology/Neurosurgery
Baptist Memphis Hospital
06.2011 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse, Urology Procedure Nurse
Collom & Carney Clinic
01.2005 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse in Training
Collom & Carney Regional Dialysis Center
06.2004 - 12.2004
Registered Nurse, ICU/Coronary Care Unit
Christus St. Michael Health System
06.2002 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
High School Diploma -
Texas High School
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