Melissa Swain
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Lewis Gale Medical Center
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2013 - 02.2022
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Centra College of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA08.2024
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Anxiety Reduction
- Medication Administration
- Deescalation techniques
- Dementia Care
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Lewis Gale Medical Center
01.2022 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2013 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Centra College of Nursing
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