Melissa Maria Jaco
Glen Cove,NY
Summary
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse with extensive critical care experience. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in managing complex patient conditions. Enhanced patient recovery rates through compassionate care and effective treatment strategies. Mentored new nursing staff and advocated for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
North Shore University Hospital
Manhasset, New York
08.2023 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients on multiple titratable infusions, including vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, and paralytic agents.
- Managed critically ill patients with temporary mechanical circulatory support (including femoral intra-aortic balloon pump, femoral Impella CP, axillary Impella 5.5), and utilizing cardiac assistive devices (including transvenous pacing wire, Swan-Ganz pulmonary artery catheter, arterial line, and permanent left ventricular assistive device).
- Supported physicians in performing diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures, including central line insertion, intubation, bedside bronchoscopy, endoscopy, and emergency bedside ECMO cannulation.
- Supervised nursing staff and managed the entire unit as charge nurse to ensure high-quality patient care. Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently, while helping colleagues provide optimal care.
- Facilitated patient care and professional development as a preceptor.
Patient Experience Specialist
Sonobello
Lake Success, NY
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between staff members or between staff members and patients.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments for new and existing patients.
- Provided education on health insurance policies and coverage options.
- Developed innovative strategies to improve patient experience outcomes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings focused on improving overall quality of care delivered.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy University
Rockville Centre, NY05-2023
Skills
- Native Spanish speaker
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Cardiac assistive devices and mechanical circulatory support management
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Staff supervision
Accomplishments
- AACN Beacon Management Team, Cardiac ICU, North Shore University Hospital, 2025
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
North Shore University Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Patient Experience Specialist
Sonobello
06.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy University
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