Melissa Pittman
Registered Nurse
Oak Island,NC
Summary
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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Dosher Memorial Hospital
Southport , NC
2016.06 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
School Nurse
Brunswick County School System
Salisbury , NC
2014.12 - Current
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
Registered Nurse
Carolinas Healthcare System
Concord , NC
2006.04 - 2016.08
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on post-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Skills
Infection control measures
Additional Information
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advance Life Support
- Registered Nurse License 200053
- Nationally Certified School Nurse
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dosher Memorial Hospital
2016.06 - Current
School Nurse
Brunswick County School System
2014.12 - Current
Registered Nurse
Carolinas Healthcare System
2006.04 - 2016.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
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