Melissa Reid
Waterbury
Summary
Results-driven Registered Nurse with experience in medical-surgical and PICU settings. Proven ability to implement effective care strategies, monitor patient conditions, and improve satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mount Sinai West Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients to identify needs and develop personalized care strategies.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse, PICU
New York City Health and Hospital, Harlem
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols in PICU environment.
- Enhanced team communication by collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
- Remained current on advancements in pediatric critical care nursing through regular participation in continuing education courses, professional conferences, and literature reviews.
- Educated family members on patient care techniques, enabling them to provide support during the hospital stay and after discharge.
Medical Assistant
Mount Vernon Health Center
04.2020 - 01.2024
- Assisted healthcare providers in patient examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Conducted vital sign assessments and accurately recorded patient information for clinical reviews.
- Administered medications and injections under physician supervision, maintaining strict adherence to protocols.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05-2025
Skills
- Proficient in safe operation and titration of PCA pumps
- Managing Heparin drips
- Monitoring and maintaining Surgical flaps
- Managing Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI)
- Experienced in using EPIC
- Proficient in utilizing Pyxis and Omnicell
- Skilled in peripheral IV insertion
- Performed accurate lab draws
- Functions effectively as a charge nurse
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mount Sinai West Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, PICU
New York City Health and Hospital, Harlem
06.2025 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant
Mount Vernon Health Center
04.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University