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Melissa Perez

Thornton,CO

Summary

At Kaiser Permanente, I leveraged my expertise in dermatology care and patient education to significantly enhance patient outcomes. Renowned for my ability to manage cases with empathy and clinical judgment, I led initiatives that improved nursing satisfaction and patient care standards, embodying professionalism and adaptability in high-pressure environments. Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability. Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Education

National Certification - Advanced Wound Care

Wound Care
03.2014

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Practice

Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO
11.1999

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Physical assessments
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Taking vitals
  • Collecting vitals
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Intake and discharge
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Chart updating
  • Vaccine administration
  • Diabetes management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • High level of autonomy
  • Procedure preparations
  • Medical assessment
  • Personal care needs
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Chest pain management
  • Emotional awareness
  • Administering immunizations
  • Health screening
  • Acute care expertise
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Removing sutures
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Managing deadlines
  • Preventive health
  • Family advocacy
  • At-risk patient care
  • Medical evaluation
  • Software use
  • Call triaging
  • Evaluations
  • Home care
  • Setting up referrals
  • Sanitation
  • Patient consultation
  • Coordinating referrals
  • Wound care specialist
  • Obstetrics and gynecology
  • Community advocate
  • Disease prevention and intervention specialist
  • BAC screening/drug screen collection
  • Vision screenings
  • Trauma recovery
  • Well visit procedures
  • Family planning services education
  • IV management
  • Infectious disease control
  • Discharge coordination
  • Dermatology Basics
  • Dermatology Treatments
  • Geriatric Dermatology Knowledge
  • Clinical Dermatology
  • Dermatology Management
  • Cosmetic dermatology
  • Dermatology
  • Dermatology understanding
  • Dermatology care proficiency
  • Dermatology Medicine
  • Dermatology Terminology
  • Cosmetic dermatology procedures
  • Dermatology assessment and treatment
  • Dermatology Procedures
  • Teledermatology
  • Teledermatology Support
  • Teledermatology Competence
  • Pediatric dermatology
  • Specimen handling
  • Laboratory safety
  • Patient interaction
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Patient vital taking
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Infection control protocols
  • Patient care documentation
  • Maintaining inventory
  • Suture removal
  • Managing schedules
  • Treatment protocols
  • Schedule setting
  • Medical office administration
  • Patient status assessment
  • Test procedures
  • Equipment maintenance procedures
  • Technical applications implementation
  • Test result validity
  • Infection‐control policy adherence
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • CPR Certification
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Safety
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Equipment safety
  • Recordkeeping and documentation
  • Specimen Collection
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Infection Control
  • Professionalism
  • Time management abilities
  • Adaptability
  • Medical Equipment Maintenance
  • Emergency Response
  • Health Education
  • Technical training
  • Disease Prevention
  • Individualized treatment plans
  • Stock supplies

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente

National Certification - Advanced Wound Care

Wound Care

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Practice

Front Range Community College
Melissa Perez