Melissa Riley

- Monitored vital signs and sedation responses during fluoroscopy-guided procedures as registered nurse in interventional radiology. - Educated patients and families on procedures and discharge instructions. - Coordinated workflow with radiologist, technologist, and anesthesia staff to support efficient procedure flow; served as charge nurse resource for coworkers, coordinated daily patient flow, triaged patient phone calls, and monitored patient safety, satisfaction, and time management.

Coordinated interventional radiology workflows, ensuring safe patient preparation and procedural readiness.

Monitored moderate sedation, maintaining patient stability throughout complex radiology procedures.

Performed comprehensive pre-procedure assessments, verifying histories, allergies, and consent documentation.

As a RN in the Pediatric Specialties Clinic I have had the opportunity to work with providers in many different areas of expertise. My main role is in Pediatric Endocrinology where I focus on providing patients with education and teaching of Type 1 Diabetes. Served as a diabetes educator, providing essential education and support for patients managing Type 1 Diabetes. Conducted nurse-only visits with patients and families, preparing them for upcoming appointments with medical providers. My education ranges from brand new diagnosis visits that last a few hours long to routine follow up education appointments with well established patients. As a RN in endocrinology I also give injections to patients from testosterone to puberty suppression medications. My role also includes medication refills, phone calls to and from patients and their families as well as My Chart messages. I also supported the Pediatric Cardiology team. I have learned a lot during my time in cardiology. I help room patients which includes four extremity blood pressures, orthostatic blood pressures, EKGs, oxygen saturations. I also place Holter and event monitors on patients suffering from a variety of symptoms. I assist providers with INR and warfarin dosing recommendations. I have excellent time management and multitasking abilities

Performed comprehensive pediatric assessments and prioritized care plans for diverse patient needs.

Administered medications, treatments, and immunizations while maintaining strict pediatric safety standards.

Educated families on diagnoses, discharge instructions, medication use, and symptom monitoring.

As an Inpatient Pediatric Nurse I had the opportunity to work with children birth through adolescence. I was able to take care of children with complex medical conditions and patients with a wide variety of diagnoses. Collaboration within the medical disciplinary team was also very important. Ongoing communication with both medical providers and nursing staff was necessary to be able to provide the best care to my patients. As a pediatric nurse I learned how to work well with patients and their families. Open respectful communication is key when dealing with parents. I was able to manage my time well while also providing high quality care to my patients.

Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and updated care plans to support inpatient recovery.

Administered medications and treatments while monitoring responses and documenting outcomes in electronic health records.

Coordinated interdisciplinary care with providers, therapists, and support staff to ensure seamless patient transitions.

As a Certified Nursing Assistant I helped patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's). I provided direct patient care to those recovering from orthopedic surgeries including helping them with mobility, ADL, vital signs, meals and getting them to physical therapy multiple times per day. I worked directly with the nurses on the unit to provide patients with safe and effective care including providing care around medication administration times to allow for optimum pain relief during activity. During my time as a CNA at Emplify By Gundersen I also worked on the Inpatient Pediatric Unit. Managed time effectively as sole CNA on pediatric floor, addressing concurrent patient needs promptly. I was able to work very closely with the nursing staff and learned a lot about many diagnoses and interventions/assessments necessary to care for certain populations. My CNA experience at Emplify By Gundersen allowed me to take care of all ages across the life span and taught me to motivate my care based upon individual needs.

Provided compassionate patient care, supporting daily living activities and comfort needs.

Monitored vital signs and documented changes accurately in electronic health records.

Assisted patients with mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation using approved equipment.

• Delivered high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to maintain patient dignity.
• Repositioned residents and supported safe transfers using gait belts, wheelchairs, and lift equipment.
• Documented care activities accurately in patient records, ensuring continuity across shift handoffs.
• Assisted with transportation of residents to and from recreational programs including Christian mass, Bingo and live music.