Melissa Cauthen
Monroe
Summary
Compassionate RN Staff Nurse with background in providing high-quality patient care, developing effective nursing plans, and maintaining accurate medical records. Skilled in administering medication, monitoring vital signs, and responding to medical emergencies. Demonstrated track record of improving patient outcomes through personalized care and direct communication with healthcare teams. Strong advocate for patients' rights, fostering positive relationships with families to ensure comfort and satisfaction in healthcare services provided.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Advocate health- Levine children’s hospital
Charlotte
07.1999 - Current
Delivered comprehensive nursing care to critically ill newborns in Neonatal ICU, ensuring stability and promoting recovery.
- Provided direct patient care in pediatric settings at a renowned children’s hospital.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care environments.
RN Staff Nurse
Pediatric Services of America
Charlotte
07.1994 - 07.1999
- Provided private duty nursing care for ventilator-dependent infants and toddlers, ensuring safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in pediatric care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated families on pediatric health issues and treatment protocols effectively.
RN Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
Charlotte
07.1989 - 02.1993
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders in a pediatric setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Presbyterian Hospital
Charlotte , NC 08.1986 - 06.1989
Skills
Dedicated RN Staff Nurse experienced in delivering exceptional patient care and developing tailored nursing plans Expertise in medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and emergency response Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration with healthcare teams and strong advocacy for patients’ rights, ensuring comfort and satisfaction for families
Dedicated RN Staff Nurse experienced in delivering exceptional patient care and developing tailored nursing plans Expertise in medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and emergency response Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration with healthcare teams and strong advocacy for patients’ rights, ensuring comfort and satisfaction for families
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Advocate health- Levine children’s hospital
07.1999 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Pediatric Services of America
07.1994 - 07.1999
RN Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
07.1989 - 02.1993
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Presbyterian Hospital
08.1986 - 06.1989