MELISSA M ETIE, MEDSURG-BC, VA-BC
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
Enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Nurse with 13 years experience in various areas of nursing seeking a full time position in the Electrophysiology Lab. Ready to help team achieve department goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning, and evaluation.
- Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
- Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
- Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
- Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Registered Nurse- IV Therapy/PICC Team
University Medical Center New Orleans
08.2018 - 11.2022
- Assessed past and current medical history of patients to establish candidacy for PICC and midline placement.
- Inserted PICC and midlines using ultrasound guidance while maintaining sterile technique and ensured proper placement for use.
- Inserted PIVs in patients particularly known to be difficult to access.
- Performed weekly and as needed dressing changes to PICC and midlines.
- Educated nursing staff and patients on the care and maintenance of central lines.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Forrest General Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Registered Nurse- Post Operative Surgical Services
Ochsner Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Prepared and administered oral, subcutaneous, and intravenous medications as ordered.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Assessed effectiveness and managed care of patients with perineural catheters and patient controlled epidural analgesia.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse 7T-Medical Surgical
Forrest General Hospital
12.2015 - 09.2016
- Provided excellent direct care to assigned patients.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Performed patient and family education.
- Implemented infection control techniques in all patient interactions.
- Prepared and administered oral, subcutaneous, and intravenous medications and blood products.
Registered Nurse- House Supervisor
Bay Ridge at Westminister Village
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Supervised routine client care provided by 10+ nurses and support staff ensuring that all therapeutic treatments are delivered safely, timely, and accurately as ordered in compliance with appropriate policies and procedures.
- Communicated physical and psychological changes in clients to the nurse practitioner or on-call physician.
Field Registered Nurse
Saad Healthcare
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Administered skilled nursing care to patients in the home setting.
- Coordinated total care for patients, provide education and instruction to patients and caregivers.
- Assessed patient's condition and needs, set goals, evaluate patient symptoms.
- Reported changes in emotional or physical condition to case manager and/or physician.
- Worked cooperatively with nursing and other team personnel to maintain the standards of professional nursing.
Registered Nurse
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center- J.L. Bedsole Rotary Rehab Hospital
02.2013 - 08.2013
- Provided direct care to patients recovering from spinal cord injuries, hip and knee replacements, cerebral vascular accidents and amputations.
- Maintained effective communication with members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Planned care, treatment, and rehabilitation appropriate to the patients identified needs, condition, and disability.
- Evaluated the effectiveness and made revisions when necessary.
- Provided education and learning materials to patients and family members.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
East MS State Hospital
06.2010 - 08.2013
- Supervised routine client care provided by 20+ nurses and support staff ensuring that all therapeutic treatments are delivered safely, timely, and accurately as ordered in compliance with appropriate policies and procedures.
- Reported directly to the Director of Nursing any issues or concerns that need to be addressed.
- Adapted well to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles.
- Communicated effectively, promote cooperation, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
- Maintained accurate and concise documentation.
- Assessed, recorded, and reported changes in client's physical and/or mental status to appropriate health members.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Provided direct care to residents during times of staff shortages.
Petty Officer 2nd Class- Yeoman
United States Coast Guard
09.2000 - 08.2004
- Supervised routine client care provided by 20+ nurses and support staff ensuring that all therapeutic treatments are delivered safely, timely, and accurately as ordered in compliance with appropriate policies and procedures.
- Reported directly to the Director of Nursing any issues or concerns that need to be addressed.
- Adapted well to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles.
- Communicated effectively, promote cooperation, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
- Maintained accurate and concise documentation.
- Assessed, recorded, and reported changes in client's physical and/or mental status to appropriate health members.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Provided direct care to residents during times of staff shortages.
Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
East Central Community College
Decatur2010
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS2006
Certification
Board Certified Vascular Access by the Vascular Access Certification Corporation (VACC)
Board Certified Medical Surgical Nurse by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Registered Nurse in the State of Mississippi
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Forrest General Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse- IV Therapy/PICC Team
University Medical Center New Orleans
08.2018 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse- Post Operative Surgical Services
Ochsner Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse 7T-Medical Surgical
Forrest General Hospital
12.2015 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse- House Supervisor
Bay Ridge at Westminister Village
10.2014 - 08.2015
Field Registered Nurse
Saad Healthcare
10.2013 - 02.2014
Registered Nurse
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center- J.L. Bedsole Rotary Rehab Hospital
02.2013 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
East MS State Hospital
06.2010 - 08.2013
Petty Officer 2nd Class- Yeoman
United States Coast Guard
09.2000 - 08.2004
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
East Central Community College
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Meridian Community College
Board Certified Vascular Access by the Vascular Access Certification Corporation (VACC)
Board Certified Medical Surgical Nurse by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Registered Nurse in the State of Mississippi
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
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