Melynda Dennis
Fort Payne,Alabama
Summary
Accomplished Travel Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Emory University Hospital, adept in patient education and direct patient care. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Excels in nursing documentation and delivering compassionate care, significantly improving patient satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Emory University Hospital
Atlanta, GA
11.2021 - 09.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to higher standards of care within the facility by mentoring new nurses and sharing best practices from prior experiences in various clinical settings.
Travel Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.
- Improved patient recovery by providing skilled post-operative care and closely monitoring progress.
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Sacramento, CA
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Travel Registered Nurse
Methodist Healthcare Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Streamlined patient admission process with efficient data entry and patient assessment, reducing wait times significantly.
- Increased patient comfort and support with empathetic communication and attentive bedside manner.
- Reduced stress among patients and their families by offering clear communication and support throughout treatment process.
- Administered medications and treatments with high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Clara, CA
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Fontana, CA
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
Travel Registered Nurse
WellStar Atlanta Medical Center
Atlanta, GA
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction, providing compassionate care and effectively addressing patient concerns.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Northeast Alabama Community College
Rainsville, AL05.2007
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
- Labor and delivery
- Charting and clinical documentation
Certification
ACLS, BLS, NRP,
AWHONN Advanced fetal monitoring
AWHONN Intermediate fetal monitoring
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Emory University Hospital
11.2021 - 09.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
07.2020 - 10.2020
Travel Registered Nurse
Methodist Healthcare Sacramento
07.2020 - 10.2020
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
08.2019 - 11.2019
Travel Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
01.2019 - 05.2021
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
09.2018 - 12.2018
Travel Registered Nurse
WellStar Atlanta Medical Center
11.2017 - 05.2018
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Northeast Alabama Community College