Melissa Watts
Bremen,GA
Summary
Astute professional highly skilled at handling patient issues and questions. Talented individual offering fluency in organization. Reliable employee seeking nursing position. Offering excellent communication skills and good judgment in acute situations and highly skilled at managing airways.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
Staff RN
Regenerative Spine and Pain
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
Circulating OR Nurse
New London Hospital
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Anticipated potential needs in the operating room environment by maintaining an organized workspace and replenishing supplies as needed for efficient workflow.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in perioperative nursing care.
- Preserved patient dignity and privacy throughout the surgical experience by advocating for their rights as part of a holistic approach to nursing care.
- Contributed to the development of evidence-based practice guidelines for circulating nurses within the organization.
PACU Registered Nurse
Trusted Travel Nursing
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
Pre/Post Flow Coordinator
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Registered and verified patient records before triage with most up-to-date information.
- Supported providers in outpatient medical office through coordinating all administrative operations.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Organize and communicate with Drs and staff the needs of the patients.
- facilitate the safe transfer of patients to and from ICU units.
- Fill in for any gaps in staffing in either Pre Op or PACU.
PACU Staff Nurse
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
04.2012 - 11.2018
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
RN Staff Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
08.2011 - 04.2012
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in electronic records.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
West Georgia Technical College
Waco, GA08.2011
Skills
- Data Entry Software
- Certified Medical Administrative Specialist
- Customer Service
- Organization and Time Management
Certification
ACLS
BLS
PALS
Timeline
Staff RN
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Staff RN
Regenerative Spine and Pain
04.2023 - 08.2024
Circulating OR Nurse
New London Hospital
08.2022 - 02.2023
PACU Registered Nurse
Trusted Travel Nursing
02.2022 - 07.2022
Pre/Post Flow Coordinator
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
03.2021 - 01.2022
PACU Staff Nurse
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2021
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
04.2012 - 11.2018
RN Staff Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
08.2011 - 04.2012
ACLS
BLS
PALS
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
West Georgia Technical College
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