Melissa Shirley
Asheville
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
CarePartners Solace Center
03.2021 - 09.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Medical Examiner
State Of North Carolina DHHS
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Streamlined case management for increased efficiency and timely reporting of results.
- Maintained high standards of safety and hygiene within the workplace to minimize risk of contamination or infection.
- Served as a liaison between the Medical Examiner''s Office and other government agencies for effective data sharing.
- Assisted grieving families by providing clear communication regarding postmortem findings while demonstrating empathy and professionalism.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by adhering to strict confidentiality policies and procedures.
- Supported fellow investigators by sharing knowledge on specialized topics like post-mortem examinations or forensic pathology principles.
- Ensured accurate identification of decedents by collecting necessary data such as fingerprints, dental records, or DNA samples.
SANE RN/Forensic Analyst
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collected edvidence in the form of Sexual Assult kits and photgraph.
- Assisted victims with follow up of physical and mental health needs
Registered Nurse CVPCU
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
04.2013 - 03.2017
- Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians, contributing valuable insights into patient conditions based on continuous assessments.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
Registered Nurse CVPCU
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
04.2008 - 03.2012
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians, contributing valuable insights into patient conditions based on continuous assessments.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA03.1999
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
Tampa Police Academy
FEMA Disaster Planning
Hillsbourgh Corrections Academy
Certification
BLS
SANE
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CarePartners Solace Center
03.2021 - 09.2024
Medical Examiner
State Of North Carolina DHHS
02.2021 - 10.2022
SANE RN/Forensic Analyst
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse CVPCU
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
04.2013 - 03.2017
Registered Nurse CVPCU
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
04.2008 - 03.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Education
Valdosta State University
BLS
SANE
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