MELISSA STROPE
Troy,PA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
Sayre, PA
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Provided direct patient care to emergency room patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed triage assessments for incoming patients according to established protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards of care.
- Directed nursing staff in providing quality care services to patients in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss new initiatives or changes within the ER department.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Registered Nurse
Guthrie- Troy Community Hospital
Troy, PA
08.2014 - Current
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members
- Trained and mentored senior nursing students and new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care
- Provide nursing care to Level IV trauma unit patients, handling multiple medical emergencies, including: stroke, MI, cardiac arrest, MVAs, head injuries, poisoning, overdoses, sports injuries, earaches, headaches, coughs, fevers.
Registered Nurse
Arnot Odgen Medical Center
Elmira, NY
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, and recovery progress and medication side effects
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Sentinel University
09.2020
Diploma - Nursing in Nursing
Arnot Ogden School of Nursing
06.2012
High School Diploma -
Troy Area School
06.2006
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Team Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Licensed RN
- Critical Care
Affiliations
ENA- Emergency Nurses Association
Certification
RN- Registered Nurse
CEN- Certified Emergency Nurse
BLS- Basic Life Support
ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
PALS- Pediatric Advanced Trauma Support
TNCC- Trauma Nurse Core Course
ENPC- Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Guthrie- Troy Community Hospital
08.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Arnot Odgen Medical Center
08.2012 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Diploma - Nursing in Nursing
Arnot Ogden School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Troy Area School
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