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Mellissa May

Nampa

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in LTC/Rehab setting, excelling in patient assessment and compassionate communication. Proven ability to implement effective treatment plans and advocate for patient needs, ensuring high-quality care. Skilled in medication administration, accurate documentation and fostering teamwork to enhance patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Valley View Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Boise
06.2021 - 06.2025
  • Company Profile: Timber Springs Transitional Care effective 7/1/25, Boise ID
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, within a team environment.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients and families with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of care team.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.

Registered Nurse

Nurse Staffing 24/7
Meridian
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Provide registered nursing skills to care facilities and Rehabilitation hospitals throughout the Valley in need of additional staffing. Includes all of the skills listed In previous places of employment.
  • Evaluated nursing care delivered by other non-licensed student workers
  • Performed direct clinic nursing administrative duties
  • Provided discharge planning
  • Provided life-saving interventions
  • Continuously monitored patients' conditions
  • Assessed patient physical, social, language or mental needs
  • Provided support services regarding treatments and administration of medication as ordered

Registered Nurse

LifeCare Center Treasure Valley
Boise
10.2018 - 12.2020
  • Responsible for the care of 22-65 geriatric and long term care patients through direct supervision of 3-4 CNAs
  • Ensure accurate and complete documentation of condition, nursing assessment, medications and treatments Observed patient behavior and compiled notes on symptoms, complaints and current medications
  • Provided patient and family education as needed regarding medication, procedures and conditions/diseases
  • Developed initial plan of treatment based on physician's orders, initial assessment and patient needs
  • Consulted with doctors on medical histories, patient care plans, follow-up actions
  • Prompt recognition of changes in condition and emergent situations for best outcomes
  • Performed patient assessments
  • Analyzed and completed electronic charting
  • Implemented discharge plans

Registered Nurse

Genesis Health Care Apex Center
Boise
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Established superior assessment and nursing organizational skills for care of 20-45 patients in rehabilitation, skilled nursing and long term care with fantastic ability to perform well under pressure in stressful situations while maintaining calmness and level-headed decision making qualities.
  • Ensured provision of safe, responsible care utilizing patient rights before every medication administration while adhering to universal healthcare principles and company policies to provide top-quality care in a dignified, respectful manner with attention to patient preferences for care, safety and HIPPA concerns.
  • Responsibility of shift charge nurse during noc shifts, acquiring the ability to listen compassionately to patient, patient family and employee concerns while utilizing problem solving skills to resolve concerns and complications that arise.
  • Developed strong teamwork skills with the belief that patients are to be taken care of in a holistic manner with every team member playing a vital role in the patient's overall well-being. The RN works to ensure incorporation of all disciplines to provide total patient wellness.
  • Ability to communicate well while directing 3-4 CNAs and other nursing staff to provide care in a team based environment. Increased ability to communicate effectively with members of other care disciplines especially physicians.
  • Evaluated nursing care delivered by other non-licensed student workers
  • Performed direct clinic nursing administrative duties
  • Provided discharge planning
  • Provided life-saving interventions
  • Continuously monitored patients' conditions
  • Provided support services regarding treatments and administration of medication as ordered
  • Assessed patient physical, social, language or mental needs

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Boise State University
Boise, ID
12-2015

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • IM,IV PEG tube therapy
  • Dressings/wound care
  • Catheter insertion
  • Oxygen saturation standards/therapy
  • Colostomy/tracheostomy care
  • Oral suctioning
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • EMR proficiency
  • Geriatric treatment
  • Family and patient support
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Compassionate communication

Certification

  • BLS Certification
  • RN BSN

Languages

Spanish - Intermediate

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Valley View Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2021 - 06.2025

Registered Nurse

Nurse Staffing 24/7
01.2021 - 06.2021

Registered Nurse

LifeCare Center Treasure Valley
10.2018 - 12.2020

Registered Nurse

Genesis Health Care Apex Center
08.2016 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Boise State University

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