Melissa K. Henson
Annville,KY-USA
Summary
I am a recent graduate of South University, March 2025, with a Master's Degree of Science in Nursing. I have strong foundational training as a Family Nurse Practitioner in primary care and preventive care across the lifespan. My advanced education, combined with hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships, builds upon 21 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. Background includes Critical Care, Float Pool, Emergency Department, and Administration as House Supervisor. This background has strengthened my clinical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care in diverse healthcare settings. I am seeking a job for hospitalist as a Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner-FNP-C.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Advent Health Manchester
04.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Improved patient care by coordinating and supervising nursing staff and ensuring adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Medical Staffing Solutions Llc
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Travel position cities included-Birmingham AL., Jacksonville, FL., Marshfield, WI., and Antigo, WI
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Managed ventilator support and settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization. COVID-19 patient care. Improved patients outcomes.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Educated patients and families on COVID-19 prevention measures, promoting community health awareness.
Registered Nurse
Office of Inspector General
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes and streamline processes.
- Evaluated operational workflows to identify areas for increased efficiency within nursing services.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical Center
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Critical Care responsibilities as previously listed.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Saint Joseph
05.2008 - 08.2016
- Two locations-London KY and Lexington KY. Positions including ICU, Float Pool, ED and CVICU with Rapid Response Team.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs. Patients post-op CABG, IABP, Cath Lab, and Thoracic and Vascular surgeries.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters in Swan-Ganz and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Manchester Memorial Hospital
09.2004 - 08.2008
- Administered critical care interventions for patients with life-threatening conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and initiated timely interventions based on clinical assessments.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices for intensive care unit operations.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University
Savannah, GA03-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Ohio University
Athens, OH12-2014
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY06-2004
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Multitasking capacity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Electronic health records
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)-2026
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)-2026
- American Heart Association (NIHSS)-2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)-2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Advent Health Manchester
04.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Medical Staffing Solutions Llc
07.2020 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Office of Inspector General
12.2019 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical Center
09.2016 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Saint Joseph
05.2008 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Manchester Memorial Hospital
09.2004 - 08.2008
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Eastern Kentucky University
License
Kentucky Board of Nursing-Registered Nurse. License number 1103812
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C).
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner- APRN-CNP-4049005