MELISSA URBAS
Lake Wales
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive acute care experience across Pre-Op, PACU, hospice, and Med/Surg settings. Expertise in clinical evaluation, telephonic assessments, and care coordination, with a focus on electronic health records management to ensure high-quality, cost-effective patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Op / PACU Registered Nurse
Watson Surgery Center
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive pre-operative and postoperative evaluations to ensure patient readiness for procedures, enhancing overall surgical outcomes.
- Utilized clinical judgment in alignment with facility protocols to streamline patient flow and bolster safety during discharge processes.
- Documented clinical findings accurately in electronic health records while overseeing multiple patients, ensuring continuity of care.
Admission Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments for hospice admissions.
- Conducted telephonic assessments to evaluate symptoms and acuity, determining appropriate level of care using standardized clinical guidelines.
- Coordinated care and navigation support, connecting members with services, follow-up care, and referrals to enhance access to necessary healthcare.
- Coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient support.
- Educated families on hospice services and available resources.
Registered Nurse - Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Reviewed patient histories and diagnostics, identifying risks and escalation needs to enhance patient safety.
- Communicated with providers and multidisciplinary teams to clarify orders and advocate for patients' best interests.
- Ensured timely care by addressing patient needs through collaboration, fostering a supportive care environment.
Registered Nurse - Ortho/Neuro
Ascension Mercy
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated changes to medical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Facilitated resource utilization by assessing admission status, recovery needs, and follow-up requirements.
Education
RN-MSN BRIDGE PROGRAM - Nursing
CHAMBERLIN COLLEGE OF NURSING
12-2028
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - NURSING
WAUBONSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
05-2023
Skills
- Preoperative assessment
- Patient assessment
- Medical necessity
- Care coordination
- Discharge planning
- Risk identification
- Provider collaboration
- EHR management
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Microsoft Outlook and Teams
- Remote work proficiency
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Florida Compact RN License, Unrestricted
- BLS, Current
- ACLS, Current
- PALS, Current
Timeline
Pre-Op / PACU Registered Nurse
Watson Surgery Center
01.2025 - Current
Admission Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
08.2024 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse - Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care
10.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse - Ortho/Neuro
Ascension Mercy
07.2023 - 10.2023
RN-MSN BRIDGE PROGRAM - Nursing
CHAMBERLIN COLLEGE OF NURSING
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - NURSING
WAUBONSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE