MELISSA RAMSEY
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Dedicated nursing student with hands-on clinical experience in emergency and inpatient settings. Skilled in medication administration, direct patient care, and essential clinical procedures. Combines clinical accuracy with compassionate patient-centered care and strong teamwork abilities.
Hospitality professional prepared for this role with comprehensive experience in high-energy environments. Proven ability to create memorable guest experiences and maintain well-organized bar area. Reliable team player and adaptable to changing needs, showcasing skills in mixology and customer interaction.
Diligent Boatswain Mate Second-Class with solid background in maritime operations and vessel maintenance. Successfully managed deck crew activities and ensured safe handling of cargo and equipment. Demonstrated proficiency in navigation and seamanship, consistently displaying leadership and teamwork skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Sonny's Pub and Restaurant
Knoxville, TN
10.2025 - Current
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance customer experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained new staff on bartending techniques, drink preparation, and customer service protocols.
- Developed seasonal drink menus to attract customers and increase bar sales revenue.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Nursing Student
South College
Knoxville, TN
09.2021 - Current
- Performed bedside care including vital signs, glucose checks, mobility assistance, hygiene care, and patient baths.
- Conducted bed changes, repositioning, and safety rounding to enhance patient comfort.
- Started peripheral IVs, inserted an NG tube, and collected laboratory specimens.
- Passed medications through a PEG/PG tube and assisted with medication administration under RN supervision.
- Provided therapeutic communication and emotional support in fast-paced emergency and inpatient units.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans and maintain accurate documentation.
- Administered patient care under supervision, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to facilitate effective communication and enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
Boatswain’s Mate
U.S. Navy Reserve, NAS
Yorktown, VA
10.2015 - Current
- Trained and supervised personnel, oversaw cargo operations, mooring, fueling, and towing procedures, and supported mission-readiness activities with strong leadership and communication.
- Supervised deck operations to ensure safety and efficiency during maritime activities.
- Trained junior personnel in navigation, seamanship, and equipment maintenance procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational effectiveness during underway periods.
- Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in firefighting, first aid, man overboard recovery, and abandon ship procedures among the crew.
- Assisted in damage control efforts during emergencies, effectively mitigating risks to personnel and equipment safety.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TN01-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TN06-2026
Skills
- Clinical Procedures
- PEG/PG Tube Med Administration
- Patient Hygiene & Baths
- Vital Signs
- Therapeutic Communication
- IV Starts
- NG Tube Insertion
- Lab Specimen Collection
- Patient Comfort & Safety
- Team Collaboration
- Organization
- POS Systems
- Craft Cocktail Preparation
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Patience and tolerance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Bartender
Sonny's Pub and Restaurant
10.2025 - Current
Nursing Student
South College
09.2021 - Current
Boatswain’s Mate
U.S. Navy Reserve, NAS
10.2015 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College