Sales Nurse

Melissa Lewonuk

* ***** ****** · Sumter · SC · **150

803·983·2530

*******.*******@*****.***

EXPERIENCE

SAVA SENIORCARE Sumter, SC

Sales and Marketing Representative February 2016 - Present

Managed 176 bed SNF cenus by fostering and developing relationships within the community

Increased facilities census by 75% within four months of hire by establishing new relationships with referrals sources such as physicians and hospitals

Brought facility from a half a million in debt to meeting budget in six months by growing higher revenue producing admissions

Maintained an occupancy rate of 95%

Organized and implemented monthly dementia support group

CARIS HEALTHCARE- HOSPICE Sumter, SC

Sales and Marketing Representative July 2015- February 2016

Formed and fostered relationships with community to ensure business success and patient care

Increased census in local hospice office by 33% within six months of hire through direct recruitment of referral sources, such as physician’s offices, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities

Improved referral source satisfaction from 25% to 95% within three months by establishing a solid relationship with main referral sources, giving them consistency with quality and service

Conducted community events to promote agency and educate community about end of life choices and hospice services

TOPP LIMOUSINE SERVICES Sumter, SC

Business Manager June 2006- November 2015

Managed the company’s daily operations

Designed and maintained customer database for reservations and payments

Processed payroll for all contract employees

Conducted training and onboarding for new employees

Analyzed and reported market data in the transportation industry every few months

CAROLINA MEDICAL DIAGNOSTICS, LLC Sumter, SC

Owner/Operator and Sales June 2009-July 2012

Organized nerve conduction studies in physician’s offices to alleviate the need for multiple physician visits

Advantageously worked with a specialized nerve conduction Technician and contracted Neurologist to provide accurate and prompt test results to tending physician and their patients

Ensured maintenance of all training, as well as compliance with protocols and regulations

Provided education to patients, families, and staff members regarding testing and diagnosis

CAROLINA DME Sumter, SC

Director of Sales and Marketing April 2007- April 2009

Built relationships within the medical community to provide patients with home medical equipment

Recruited and maintained working relationships with approximately eighteen physicians and referral sources through marketing efforts by providing prompt, consistent service

Delivered home medical equipment and provided shoe fittings for diabetic patients

Hosted events to further cultivate positive connections

Managed inventory and billing systems for medical equipment sales and assisted with insurance billing

COVENANT PLACE OF SUMTER Sumter, SC

Staff Nurse March 2006 – April 2007

Nurse for independent and assisted living facility with approximately 125 residents

Administered prescribed medications

Provided tours to families of potential move ins

Participated in Interdisciplinary Team Care Planning meetings for residents

Initiated and obtained orders from facility physicians

YO-YO CLOTHING Sumter, SC

Founder and Designer February 2003 – April 2006

Founded and designed a children’s clothing line that generated sales of up to$1 million

Researched materials, designed, and directed product assembly

Consulted with market specialists on best marketing strategies, designs, and fabrics

Managed a small sales team and placed products in showrooms across the United States

LI’L DARLINGS Sumter, SC

Founder and Operator April 1998 – February 2003

Founded and operated a children’s specialty boutique that specialized in children’s goods and themed birthday parties

Managed all operations of the boutique from hiring to payroll

Established all marketing materials, which has ensured its continuous success

PERSONAL CARE OF SUMTER Sumter, SC

Home Health Nurse March 1994- April 1998

Primary nurse for home visits to over 75 patients

Administered prescribed medications to patients and provided guidance and teaching to patients and family

Scheduled patient appointments and arranged any transportation

Organized and managed patient charts

SUMTER DSN BOARD Sumter, SC

Group Home Nurse and Summer Camp Nurse February 1991 – July 2001

Administered to the medical well-being for three group homes of mentally and physically disabled adults

Scheduled medical appointments and administered correct medications

Initiated physician’s orders and managed patient charts

Counseled residents as well as family members

Assisted with any activities carried out by staff

Administered the prescribed medication

FURTHER EXPERIENCE

Dialysis Nurse 1988-1991

National Healthcare Nurse 1985- 1989

EDUCATION

SUMTER SCHOOL OF NURSING Sumter, SC

Practical Nurse Certification 1983- 1985

SUMTER HIGH SCHOOL Sumter, SC

High School Diploma 1979 –1983

CERTIFICATIONS

Save U, IMPACT Selling Course

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