Melissa Ramirez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
New graduate of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, pending board certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP). Registered Nurse with nine years of bedside experience caring for critically ill patients in a high-acuity emergency department setting. Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams. Possesses strong knowledge, experience, and clinical competence in advanced physical assessment, advanced clinical procedures, and management of critically ill patients. Self-motivated professional with exceptional organizational skills, sound clinical judgment, and a continued enthusiasm for lifelong learning and professional growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Coordinator Emergency Dept. RN
University Health System
07.2022 - Current
- Overseeing 76 bed adult medicine Emergency Department, including assisting Pediatrics and Trauma Nurse Managers with patient care and staff needs.
- Assist the department in achieving metrics and in ensuring that staff follow facility policies.
- Assisting Emergency department employees with departmental changes, scheduling, and disciplinary actions.
- Vascular Assess-Sono PIV access certification.
- Continue as a resource for all staff for required documentation, medication needs and concerns, and other patient care questions and needs.
- Maintain nursing skills through hands-on patient care shifts.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients for improved care coordination.
Staff Nurse II Emergency Dept. RN
University Health System
06.2016 - Current
- Develop nursing care treatment plans.
- Treat patients for illness or injury and perform routine lab work.
- Educate patients and families on new and current medical conditions.
- Supervise other staff, including other nurses.
- Charge Nurse for the unit.
- Administer medications and injections.
- Assist doctors and ancillary staff with patient care.
- Provide bedside procedures within the scope of practice.
- Unit preceptor of new employees
- Vascular Assess-Sono PIV access certification.
- Special Skills/Services
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Hospital
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, providing essential data for treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols and procedures.
Emergency Care Technician
University Health System
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Assist Doctor and RN staff with patient care/procedures.
- Retrieve lab specimens.
- Obtain ECG
- Vital Signs
- Emergency Response within specified hospital perimeter
- Supply inventory of specified unit area
- Special Skills/Services
Education
Master of Science - AGACNP program
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2025
Bachelors of Science - Science in Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2020
Associates of Science - Science in Nursing
San Antonio College (ACCD)
San Antonio, TX03.2016
Skills
Physical examination
Clinical assessment
Acute care management
Diagnostic reasoning
Arterial line insertion and removal
Central venous catheter insertion and removal
Chest tube management and removal (assisted)
Paracentesis (performed) and thoracentesis (observed)
Advanced airway management and intubation assistance
Wound care and incision management
Certification
- TEXAS RN LISCENSURE 898315 EXP 12/31/2025
- BLS
- ACLS
- PAIS
- MAGNET COMMITTEE MEMBER
- MAINTAIN ANNUAL STROKE CERTIFICATIONS
- PERIPHERAL VASCULAR ACCESS
Timeline
Patient Care Coordinator Emergency Dept. RN
University Health System
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Hospital
10.2021 - 04.2022
Staff Nurse II Emergency Dept. RN
University Health System
06.2016 - Current
Emergency Care Technician
University Health System
08.2014 - 07.2016
Master of Science - AGACNP program
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelors of Science - Science in Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Associates of Science - Science in Nursing
San Antonio College (ACCD)
Clinical Experience
Medical ICU Clinical Rotation – 180 hours
University Hospital Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)
Clinical Preceptor: Augustine Conejo
Dates: Feb 2025-April 2025
Mixed Medical ICU Clinical Rotation – 180 hours
CHI The Vintage – Houston, Texas
Clinical Preceptor: Jennifer LeBeouf, AGACNP/FNP-BC
Dates: June 2025-July 2025
Emergency Department Clinical Rotation – 180 hours
Methodist Hospital- San Antonio, Texas
Clinical Preceptor: Vanessa Briones, FNP-BC
Dates: Oct 2025-Nov 2025
Gastroenterology Clinical Rotation – 90 hours
Mays Cancer Center – San Antonio, Texas
Clinical Preceptor: Andrew Sharp AGACNP-BC
Dates: Sept 2025-Nov 2025
Interventional Radiology Clinical Rotation – 90 hours
University Hospital – San Antonio, Texas
Clinical Preceptor: Thomas Vorpahl ACNP-BC
Dates: Sept 2025-Nov 2025