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Melody Calley

Joshua Tree,CA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional with thirteen years of experience, and a strong background in delivering exceptional care to adult telemetry acute care patients for over seven years. Possesses extensive knowledge of stroke and chest pain core measures, ensuring adherence to strict practice standards while maximizing patient comfort and safety. Highly organized and efficient in managing complex healthcare needs, collaborating seamlessly with the interdisciplinary team.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Travel Nurse

All Medical Personnel
11.2023 - 07.2024
  • Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.

Registered Nurse

Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Provided direct care to telemetry and medical/surgical patients.

Registered Nurse

San Gorgonio Outdoor Science School
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on adolescent patients' acuity levels and individual needs.

Registered Nurse Observer

Independent Contractor
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Observed defense medical exams and created comprehensive reports of findings.

Registered Nurse

DaVita Dialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis Home Program
09.2020 - 07.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.


Registered Nurse

Desert Medical Imaging (Halo Diagnostics)
12.2018 - 03.2020
  • Administered moderate sedation safely, according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.

Registered Nurse

Hi Desert Medical Center, Med/Surg/Tele Combined Unit
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Registered Travel Nurse

American Mobile Healthcare, Onward Healthcare
06.2017 - 02.2018
  • Provided bedside nursing care to hospital telemetry and emergency department patients.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Caris Healthcare Hospice
02.2017 - 05.2017
  • Provided routine hospice care to patients in homes, hospitals, and in facilities.

Registered Travel Nurse

American Mobile Healthcare
09.2016 - 12.2016
  • Provided bedside nursing care to hospital telemetry patients.

Registered Nurse II

Eisenhower Medical Center, Stroke/Telemetry Unit
07.2013 - 07.2016
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

Registered Nurse

University Hospital, Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Unit
11.2011 - 04.2013
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Nursing Assistant II (HCT)

University Hospital, Surgical Inpatient Unit
05.2010 - 11.2011
  • Performed patient vitals, blood sugars, phlebotomy, transport, intake and output, and assistance with daily activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing -

University of Texas Arlington
12.2019

Associate degree in nursing -

Crouse School of Nursing
Syracuse, NY
05.2011

Associate degree in music performance -

Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY
08.2003

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Patient Education
  • Diabetes management
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Electronic Medical Records

Certification

  • Washington State Registered Nurse License, #61545992, 03/01/25
  • California State Registered Nurse License, #842415, 04/01/25
  • Tennessee State Registered Nurse License, #217029, 10/01/25
  • New York State Registered Nurse License, #646414, expired 2014
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, 04/01/25
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 07/01/26
  • Stroke Nurse Certification 2014-2019

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer nurse, 06/2013 and 08/2017, Elghana and Save Africa Foundation-Ghana, Africa, Provided nursing services in clinics to impoverished residents.
  • Corps member, 09/1998 - 11/1998, Americorps NCCC Southeast Division, Provided disaster relief to residents of Puerto Rico after hurricane.

Timeline

Registered Travel Nurse

All Medical Personnel
11.2023 - 07.2024

Registered Nurse

Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital
07.2023 - 09.2023

Registered Nurse

San Gorgonio Outdoor Science School
11.2022 - 02.2023

Registered Nurse Observer

Independent Contractor
08.2022 - 10.2022

Registered Nurse

DaVita Dialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis Home Program
09.2020 - 07.2022

Registered Nurse

Desert Medical Imaging (Halo Diagnostics)
12.2018 - 03.2020

Registered Nurse

Hi Desert Medical Center, Med/Surg/Tele Combined Unit
02.2018 - 10.2018

Registered Travel Nurse

American Mobile Healthcare, Onward Healthcare
06.2017 - 02.2018

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Caris Healthcare Hospice
02.2017 - 05.2017

Registered Travel Nurse

American Mobile Healthcare
09.2016 - 12.2016

Registered Nurse II

Eisenhower Medical Center, Stroke/Telemetry Unit
07.2013 - 07.2016

Registered Nurse

University Hospital, Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Unit
11.2011 - 04.2013

Nursing Assistant II (HCT)

University Hospital, Surgical Inpatient Unit
05.2010 - 11.2011

Bachelor’s degree in nursing -

University of Texas Arlington

Associate degree in nursing -

Crouse School of Nursing

Associate degree in music performance -

Onondaga Community College
  • Washington State Registered Nurse License, #61545992, 03/01/25
  • California State Registered Nurse License, #842415, 04/01/25
  • Tennessee State Registered Nurse License, #217029, 10/01/25
  • New York State Registered Nurse License, #646414, expired 2014
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, 04/01/25
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 07/01/26
  • Stroke Nurse Certification 2014-2019
Melody Calley