MELISSA WELCH, MSN, APRN-BC
South Charleston,WV
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of ATHENA documentation software. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INDEPENDENT NURSE PRACTITIONER
MED EXPRESS URGENT CARE
06.2018 - Current
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
NURSE PRACTITIONER
CABIN CREEK HEALTH CENTER
07.2013 - 04.2018
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
NURSE PRACTITIONER
MED EXPRESS URGENT CARE
06.2011 - 07.2013
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
NURSE PRACTITIONER - CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY
SUILIMAN HASAN, MD, PLLC - CT SURGEON
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- 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.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
NURSE EDUCATOR
ST. MARY'S MEDICAL CENTER SCHOOL OF NURSING
04.2002 - 08.2008
- Organized short-term educational programs such as lectures and workshops to address specific clinical topics.
- Remained up to date on clinical protocols, procedures and developments within [Specialty] to serve as informational resource to students.
- Assessed educational needs of trainees and researched clinical instruction trends to develop educational curriculum and competency tools for clinical procedures.
- Demonstrated appropriate use of equipment such as and provided operational guidance to junior nurses.
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
- Prepared and administered weekly examinations to test student skills.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate students on pharmacology.
- Wrote grant proposals to procure external research funding, successfully raising money.
- HRSA grant writer - national HRSA grant reviewer
- NLN education liaision
- NCLEX test reviewer
- KAPLAN NCLEX review instructor
Education
Master of Science - POST MASTER'S FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
HUNTINGTON, WV 08.2007
Master of Science - NURSING ADMINISTRATION
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
HUNTINGTON,WV05.2005
Skills
- Patient Referral
- Preventive Care
- Laparoscopic Procedures
- Medication Administration
- Health and Wellness
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Mental Health
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Family Planning Exams
- Medical History Review
- Neonatal and Maternity Care
- Sound Judgment
- Reproductive Health
- Direct Patient Care
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- Laceration Repair
- Critical Care Nursing
- Radiology Diagnostics
- Patient Rights
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Pediatric Exams
- Pediatric Nursing
- Differential Diagnosis
- Health Promotion
- Patient Education
- Individualized Care Plans
- Punch Biopsies
- Records Review
- Patient Observation
- Community Outreach
- Precepting
- Report Preparation
- Urgent Care
- Grant Writing Abilities
- Women's Health Exams
- Medical Imaging
- Patient Safety
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Acute Care Expertise
- STD Counseling
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Medical Chart Management
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Care Plan Development
- Palliative Care
- Addiction Treatment
- Patient Care Coordination
- Healthcare Management
- Budgeting Expertise
- Developing Patient Care Plans
- Primary Care
- Allergic Conditions
- Heart Failure
Certification
- Certified ANCC Certification
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
Timeline
INDEPENDENT NURSE PRACTITIONER
MED EXPRESS URGENT CARE
06.2018 - Current
NURSE PRACTITIONER
CABIN CREEK HEALTH CENTER
07.2013 - 04.2018
NURSE PRACTITIONER
MED EXPRESS URGENT CARE
06.2011 - 07.2013
NURSE PRACTITIONER - CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY
SUILIMAN HASAN, MD, PLLC - CT SURGEON
08.2008 - 06.2011
NURSE EDUCATOR
ST. MARY'S MEDICAL CENTER SCHOOL OF NURSING
04.2002 - 08.2008
Master of Science - POST MASTER'S FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Master of Science - NURSING ADMINISTRATION
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
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