Melissa Thrasher, RN
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with strong skills in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Demonstrates effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Known for reliability and adaptability, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Qualified Medication Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Key
10.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self harm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Certified Nursing Assistant
CommuniCare Health Services
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Certified nursing assistant on respiratory unit
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
American Senior Communities
09.1996 - 10.2019
- CNA - prn, full time, part time throughout the years
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Office Manager/ Staff Scheduler/ Field Operator
AM Lawn Worx, LLC
04.2010 - 10.2016
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Franklin, IN05-2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Infection control measures
- Diabetes management
- Wound care
- Long-term care
- Psychiatric Mental health nursing
Certification
- Registered Nurse, #28285191A, #28285191C
- Qualified Medication Aide, #QMA2100252
- Certified Nursing Assistant, #CNA1106623
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Qualified Medication Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Key
10.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
CommuniCare Health Services
10.2019 - 10.2021
Office Manager/ Staff Scheduler/ Field Operator
AM Lawn Worx, LLC
04.2010 - 10.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
American Senior Communities
09.1996 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
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