Melissa S. Updike
N124W19663 Isabelle Farms Dr, Richfield
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in perfusion, complemented by hands-on experience gained through academic projects and clinical rotations. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills essential for success in the field. Prepared to embark on a career path and make meaningful contributions with unwavering commitment and drive.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CVICU Staff RN
Froedtert Hospital
12.2016 - Current
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients suffering from genetic malformations, myocardial infarctions, heart failure, and vascular diseases.
- Manage and monitor mechanical support devices (ECMO, IABP, VAD, and Impella) in collaboration with Perfusion and Anesthesiology teams.
- Assist physicians and perfusionists with procedures including central line placement, chest tubes, intubation, and ECMO cannulation.
- Monitor post-cardiac surgery and cath lab patients, titration of IV cardiac medications for optimal outcomes.
Resource Pool ICU RN
Froedtert Hospital
05.2013 - 12.2016
- Care of critically ill patients ranging from surgical, neurological, medical, and transplant.
- Closely monitor patient vital signs, including but not limited to arterial line, Swan Ganz, and ICP readings.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and families to create and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Assist physician with various procedures, including central line placement, intubations, chest tubes, and lumbar drains.
ICU RN
Community Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Care of critically ill patients ranging from surgical, neurological, and medical populations.
- Recovering patients from surgeries, particularly open-heart procedures.
- Closely monitor patient vital signs, including but not limited to arterial lines, CVP, and Swan Ganz readings.
- Assisting physicians with procedures, including central line placement and intubation.
- Lead rapid response, trauma, stroke, and code response teams.
- Supervision of other nurses and nursing assistants.
MCU RN
Community Memorial Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Assess patient symptoms and administer medications under the supervision of doctors.
- Care for patients with advanced diseases such as COPD, CHF, and acute MI.
- Recover patients from the Cath Lab and manage sheath removal.
- Educate patients and families about various medical conditions and provide emotional support when needed.
- Monitor patient progress and escalate care when needed.
- Supervise nursing assistants.
Education
Masters of Science - Perfusion
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Milwaukee, WI05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edgewood College of Nursing
Madison, WI01-2009
Skills
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- Heart trained
- IABP trained
- ECMO trained
- VAD trained
- Impella trained
Certification
Wisconsin Registered Nurse
Timeline
CVICU Staff RN
Froedtert Hospital
12.2016 - Current
Resource Pool ICU RN
Froedtert Hospital
05.2013 - 12.2016
ICU RN
Community Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - 05.2013
MCU RN
Community Memorial Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2010
Masters of Science - Perfusion
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edgewood College of Nursing
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