Melaney Caudill
Chapel Hill,NC
Summary
Offering strong foundation of empathy and commitment to patient care, eager to learn and grow in healthcare setting. Brings understanding of patient care guidelines and basic healthcare procedures, combined with skills in communication and teamwork. Ready to use and develop patient care and clinical assistance skills in a Pediatric Nursing role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA II, Acute Neuro & ENT
UNC Hospitals
07.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, enhancing patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored vital signs consistently, reporting changes to nursing team for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, promoting understanding and adherence to health routines.
- Advocated for patient needs effectively, facilitating communication between healthcare providers and families.
Student Nurse Externship, 6 ANSE & Neuro ICU
UNC Hospitals
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Assisted in the development of nursing practice guidelines to improve patient outcomes.
CNA I, Progressive Care Unit
Carteret Health Care Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2025
- Provided compassionate, patient-centered care to residents, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in health status for nursing staff review.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05.2026
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient advocacy
- Adaptable
Accomplishments
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to patients in a intermediate to high acuity environment.
- Including pre-surgical, post-surgical, acute neuro, trach care, chest tubes, JP drains, and more!
Certification
- CNA I
- CNA II
- Basic Life Support (BLS)/ First Aid/ AED → American Heart Association
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- UNC Medical Center — 6 Children’s Unit, Chapel Hill, NC Student Nurse, Aug – Dec 2025
- Delivered patient-centered care to intermediate to high acuity pediatric patients.
- UNC Hospitals — Labor & Delivery / Psych / Rehab / Transplant Student Nurse, Jan – Dec 2025
- Completed 532 clinical hours across pediatric, psych, labor & delivery, rehab, and transplant units.
SCHOLARLY WORK
- Honors Thesis — Scoping Review (In Progress, 2025–2026)
- Synthesizing current evidence to improve delirium outcomes via nursing assessments.
- Pediatric Play Project — Respiratory Distress Children’s Book implemented on the 6 Children’s Hospital Unit at UNC to empower 5-9-year-olds to be active in their care plans and breathing exercises.
LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER
- Association of Nursing Students → Mentor, Fall 2022 – Present.
- Mentor pre-nursing and early-semester students in academics and clinical skills.
- Blank Canvas Dance Company → Dancer & Choreographer, Jan 2024 – Present.
- Choreograph and perform in student-run productions; contribute to creative planning and teamwork.
- UNC SON Mahoney Memorial Gala → Planning Committee, Dec 2024 - Present
- Support event planning, logistics, and fundraising for the School of Nursing’s annual gala.
- Carolina Best Foot Forward → Treasurer, Aug 2023 – Aug 2024
- Raised money to donate prosthetic legs to pediatric patients in the Triangle!
AWARDS & HONORS
IPEP Distinguished Scholar | Anticipated May 2026, Study Abroad Program in Pamplona, Spain with the School of Nursing | May 2025, Carolyn White London Undergraduate Nursing Merit Award | January 2025, Character Education Award & Veterans of Foreign Wars Citizenship Education Award | Sep 2020, Dean’s List, UNC Chapel Hill | May 2023 – Present, Valedictorian, Havelock High School | June 2022
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
CNA II, Acute Neuro & ENT
UNC Hospitals
07.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Externship, 6 ANSE & Neuro ICU
UNC Hospitals
06.2022 - 07.2025
CNA I, Progressive Care Unit
Carteret Health Care Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill