Melissa Stewart
Reidsville,NC
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with strong leadership skills in staff recruitment, retention, and training. Experience in implementing quality assurance measures and enhancing clinical practices, driving improvements in patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Walnut Cove Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented patient care protocols to enhance quality of services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess and improve resident health outcomes.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance and best practices.
- Evaluated staffing needs and facilitated recruitment efforts for nursing personnel.
- Conducted training sessions to improve clinical skills and knowledge among nursing staff.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
ADON, ID Nurse, Wound Care Nurse, Floor Nurse
Walnut Cove Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2013 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with nursing staff to enhance patient care protocols and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Developed training programs for new hires, fostering effective onboarding and skill development.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction scores.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and efficient workflow management.
- Streamlined communication between departments, enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration and care coordination.
- Analyzed patient data trends to inform strategic decisions on service improvements and staffing needs.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC05-2012
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Policies compliance enforcement
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Employee coaching
- Long-term care
- Documentation and reporting
- Issue resolution
- Nursing staff supervision
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Clinical documentation
Certification
-NC SPICE Certified
-Certified BLS Instructor (American Heart Association)
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Walnut Cove Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - Current
ADON, ID Nurse, Wound Care Nurse, Floor Nurse
Walnut Cove Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2013 - 06.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Halifax Community College