Melissa Vaught
Harrodsburg,KY
Summary
Experienced and dedicated acute care registered nurse with 13 years of hands-on patient treatment and seamless coordination with healthcare colleagues. Demonstrates critical thinking, analysis, and extensive medical knowledge to provide exceptional care in demanding situations. Proficient in prioritizing clinical and operational responsibilities within fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Ringside MDs
04.2023 - Current
- Optimized patient recovery by developing targeted treatment strategies based on individual medical conditions and needs.
- Provided compassionate, evidence-based care to patients experiencing illnesses or injuries.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Emergency Department House Supervisor, Charge Nurse
Bluegrass Community Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
APRN
Central Kentucky Interventional Pain Management
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed a diverse population of patients across all age groups, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Increased compliance with regulatory standards by staying current on best practices in pain management and integrating evidence-based guidelines into practice.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively assessing and managing pain through individualized care plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current pain management strategies regularly, making necessary adjustments based on evidence-based research and clinical observations.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Manage patients pain through conservative measures and interventional procedures.
APRN
Emergency Department APRN-Team Health at Georgetown Community Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive diagnostic assessments and treatment recommendations for acutely ill patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with thorough discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care.
APRN
Urgent Care of Kentucky
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Managing Primary Care Needs as well as providing Urgent Care needs
- Performing Procedures and Xrays
- Providing follow up care
House Supervisor
Georgetown Community Hospital
05.2013 - 09.2021
- Streamlined communication between departments for better patient care and timely treatment.
- Championed interdisciplinary teamwork across various units within the hospital, resulting in a more cohesive and collaborative care approach.
- Complete bed assignments while managing admissions and discharges
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, addressing concerns and providing updates on their loved ones'' conditions.
- Established an open-door policy for staff members, fostering a supportive work environment where issues were promptly addressed.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patient progress and coordinating follow-up care accordingly.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Emergency Department Nurse
GEORGETOWN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
04.2012 - 09.2020
- Administered life-saving interventions including CPR, defibrillation shocks, or advanced airway management techniques during cardiac emergencies.
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills while managing multiple high-acuity patients at once, making quick decisions under pressure to optimize patient outcomes.
- Decreased wait times for patients by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases based on severity and urgency.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality emergency nursing care in a fast-paced medical environment.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments on incoming patients to accurately identify potential injuries or illnesses requiring immediate attention.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures by providing input on best practices based on personal experience and professional expertise.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Masters of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL10.2019
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL02.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midway College
Midway, KY05.2010
Skills
- Emergency Department APRN
- Emergency Department RN
- House Supervisor
- Emergency triage
- Health assessments
- Ventilator management
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication and IV administration
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Cardiac monitors
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Delegation and Motivation
- EMR / EHR
- Student Precepting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Microsoft Office
- Tracheostomy Care
- Trauma care
- Orthopedic care
- Integumentary Care
- Obstetric Care
- Respiratory Care
- EKG Interpretation
- Airway Management
- EMTALA regulations
- Treatment plan development
- Patient education
- Collaboration with healthcare providers
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
- Handle With Care Certification
- DEA Certification
- Medical Aesthetics, Botox, and Filler Training
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Jordan Cox, RN| KODA, Bluegrass Community Hospital
ED| (502) 544-4752
Brandon Haake, MD | Bluegrass Community Hospital
ED| (859) 983-7455
Monica Armstrong, RN| Bluegrass Community Hospital
ED| (502) 803-5271
Lyndsay Palombit, RN| Bluegrass Community Hospital
ED| (270) 991-7025
Jaime Stamper ED Manager, RN| Bluegrass Community Hospital
ED| (606) 492-8229
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Ringside MDs
04.2023 - Current
Emergency Department House Supervisor, Charge Nurse
Bluegrass Community Hospital
11.2022 - Current
APRN
Central Kentucky Interventional Pain Management
01.2022 - 11.2022
APRN
Urgent Care of Kentucky
10.2020 - 12.2021
APRN
Emergency Department APRN-Team Health at Georgetown Community Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2022
House Supervisor
Georgetown Community Hospital
05.2013 - 09.2021
Emergency Department Nurse
GEORGETOWN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
04.2012 - 09.2020
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midway College
Masters of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
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