Mellie Belvis
Fair Lawn,NJ
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional skilled in patient education and chronic disease management. Experienced in supervising teams and implementing quality assurance protocols to ensure optimal patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Paramus, NJ
12.2016 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to develop personalized care plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Implement evidence-based practices to optimize treatment protocols and procedures.
- Educate patients on chronic disease management and preventive health strategies.
- Supervise and mentor junior staff, fostering professional development and teamwork.
- Contributed to quality improvement efforts within the practice by identifying areas for potential enhancement and implementing new strategies accordingly.
- Improved continuity of care by maintaining thorough documentation of patient medical histories, treatment plans, and progress.
- Optimized patient outcomes by effectively communicating with physicians regarding complex cases or changes in patient status that warranted further evaluation or intervention.
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Renaissance Medical Group
Newark, NJ
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to develop personalized care plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Analyze patient data to identify trends and improve clinical decision-making processes.
Hospitalist
Monmouth Medical Center
Lakewood, NJ
11.2015 - 12.2016
- Managed patient care for diverse medical conditions, ensuring timely and accurate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Palisades Medical Center
North Bergen, NJ
08.2008 - 08.2015
- Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
- Conducted regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to identify quality improvement opportunities and resolve issues effectively.
- Trained personnel on best practices for maintaining quality control in medical procedures and documentation.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, NJ
08.1990 - 12.2008
- Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in life-threatening conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and managed complex medical equipment for patient safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
Roxas City , Capiz, PhilippinesMaster of Science - Nursing
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ05.2010
Skills
- Physical Assessment
- Collaborative practice
- Patient education
- Acute care management
- Health promotion
- Diagnostic test evaluation
- Quality improvement
- Preventive care
- Effective Communication
- Efficient documentation
- Health education
- Mentorship
- Leadership
Accomplishments
- Established one Bergen Health primary care practice for Filipino community in Bergenfield.
- Named as one of the highest number of patients seen every year at BNBMC Ambulatory Care Center.
- Mentor newly hired providers, colleagues and ACC Medical assistant staff.
- Precepts Medical and NP students
- Speaker and panelist at the Bergen Women's conference.
- BNBMC Community outreach speaker for various health topics.
- An active member of the Bergen Country Corps
- Certified Critical Care RN for over 25 years
- Healthcare Accreditation Certified professional
- Assisted in the operations and successful opening of CareRite one.
Certification
- Licensed RN and APN in New Jersey
- Board Certified by American Academy of Nurse Pratitioners
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
12.2016 - Current
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Renaissance Medical Group
11.2015 - 12.2018
Hospitalist
Monmouth Medical Center
11.2015 - 12.2016
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Palisades Medical Center
08.2008 - 08.2015
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Valley Hospital
08.1990 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
Master of Science - Nursing
Fairleigh Dickinson University