Melissa Raduazzo
Clifton Park,NY
Summary
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Expertise in obtaining health histories, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and providing patient education. Proven ability to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of medical conditions, including cardiac issues.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Albany Medical Center Pulmonary
Albany, NY
12.2023 - Current
- Provide comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Review lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Coordinate with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Prescribe medications based on patient needs, and current clinical standards of care.
- Educate patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Evaluate test results for abnormalities that may indicate an underlying condition requiring further investigation.
- Evaluated test results for abnormalities that may indicate an underlying condition requiring further investigation.
- Evaluate pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and diffusion capacity, and treat patients accordingly.
- Educate patients on the proper use of inhalers, nebulizers, and other medical devices.
Nurse Practitioner
Upstate Oncology Hematology
Niskayuna, NY
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Fostered positive relationships with patients by responding quickly to their needs while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Provided guidance to family members regarding end-of-life decisions related to advanced stages of cancer.
- Coordinated patient referrals to other healthcare professionals or community resources as needed.
- Provided education regarding disease processes, medication management, symptom control and nutrition therapy to patients and families.
- Monitored vital signs of cancer patients during treatments, adjusting medications accordingly.
- Reviewed laboratory results for abnormalities and treated accordingly
- Managed complex pain management issues utilizing appropriate pharmacological interventions when necessary.
- Conducted follow up visits with former patients to assess long term outcomes after completion of treatment.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members about plan of care updates and changes.
- Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, therapeutic interventions and outcomes.
Nurse Practitioner
Capital Cardiology Associates
Albany, NY
10.2018 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory disorders, or chronic diseases
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
- Performed pre-operative evaluations on patients prior to electrophysiology procedures.
- Created individualized patient education materials about cardiac arrhythmia management.
- Counseled patients on risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease.
- Reviewed laboratory results and electrocardiograms to identify any abnormalities or changes in heart rhythm patterns.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of medications for cardiac arrhythmias.
- Ordered diagnostic tests such as EKGs and Holter monitor recordings.
Nurse Practitioner
Albany Associates in Cardiology
Albany, NY
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Provided patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment plans.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to maintain certification and expertise.
- Promoted health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab work to inform patient care decisions.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Prescribed medication and treatment regimens to manage acute and chronic conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Identified potential problems or complications related to patient care, reported them immediately and implemented appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Worked closely with hospital staff such as social workers, dieticians, physical therapists, to coordinate the best possible care plan for each patient.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques while interacting with patients and their families.
- Initiated emergency measures as required during critical situations or life-threatening events.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding patient status updates.
- Responded quickly to any changes in a patient's condition or behavior.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures and treatments.
- Assisted with admission and discharge activities including assessment of new admissions.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout assigned units assessing patient needs on a daily basis.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Sage College
Albany, NY
08.2013 - 12.2016
- Cardiology- Capital Cardiology Associates: 60 hours as Nurse Practitioner student
- Family Practice/ Primary Care- Saratoga Community Health Center: 180 hours as nurse practitioner student
- Psychiatric Care/Family Counseling- Albany Capital District Psychiatric Center: 40 hours as nurse practitioner student
- Pediatrics- Capital Care Pediatrics: 60 hours
- Women's Health- Capital Region Women's Care: 60 hours
Registered Nurse
Saratoga Hospital Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Saratoga Springs, NY
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Instructed patients on post-procedure care instructions, ensuring that they understand the risks associated with their condition.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and blood pressure prior to, during and after procedure.
- Administered conscious sedation to ensure comfort of patients undergoing endovascular interventions.
- Prepared supplies needed for each procedure and maintained an adequate inventory of supplies at all times.
- Performed scrub duties to assist cardiologists with interventional cardiovascular procedures.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols when handling contaminated materials or disposing hazardous waste.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient status during pre-operative and post-operative periods.
- Cared for critically ill patients requiring special attention due to their fragile state.
- Initiated resuscitative measures in cases of emergency situations or adverse reactions to drugs or contrast media.
Registered Nurse
Albany Medical Center Endoscopy Unit
Albany, NY
03.2013 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse
Albany Medical Center Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Albany, NY
08.2011 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Albany, NY
03.2010 - 08.2011
Education
Master's - Nursing
Sage Graduate School
Troy, NY12.2015
B.S.N. - Nursing
State University College at Brockport
Brockport, NY05.2005
Skills
- EKG interpretation
- Licensed RN
- Clinical decision making
- ICD/PPM interrogation
- X-RAY interpretation
- ICU Experience
- EMR Systems
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration and management
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Health promotion
- Differential diagnosis
- Patient assessment
Certification
- Registered Nurse, date of licensure June 23, 2005, NY License # 561949
- Nurse Practitioner in Family Health, date of licensure 1/2016, NY License # 340296
Professional Associations
Nurse Practitioners Association of New York
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Albany Medical Center Pulmonary
12.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Upstate Oncology Hematology
05.2022 - 12.2023
Nurse Practitioner
Capital Cardiology Associates
10.2018 - 03.2022
Nurse Practitioner
Albany Associates in Cardiology
03.2016 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
Saratoga Hospital Cardiac Catheterization Lab
08.2014 - 03.2016
Nurse Practitioner Student
Sage College
08.2013 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
Albany Medical Center Endoscopy Unit
03.2013 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse
Albany Medical Center Cardiac Catheterization Lab
08.2011 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital Cardiac Catheterization Lab
03.2010 - 08.2011
Master's - Nursing
Sage Graduate School
B.S.N. - Nursing
State University College at Brockport
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