Melissa L. Taylor

P.O Box ***** Phone: 317-***-****

Indianapolis, IN 46268 Email:advmhh@r.postjobfree.com

Registered Nurse

Passionate and resourceful Registered Nurse with 14 years of experience delivering comprehensive care to patients and children, in hospital, long-term care, addictions, rehab, home health, and school settings

Areas of Expertise

Public Health

Assessment/Evaluation/Treatment

Instructor & Workshop Facilitator

Wellness Council

Addictions Management

Educator

Pediatric Nursing

Long Term Care

Patient & Physician Relations

Emergency Management

Director of Nursing

Travel Nursing

Patient Advocacy

Medical Records Management

Discharge & Admittance

Progressive Care Unit

Supervisor

Mental Health

Key Skills Assessment

Patient Relations– Developed and fostered excellent relationships with patients and their families, acted as a patient advocate and clearly explained treatment process and medications.

Community Oriented – Committed to enhancing continuity of care and building a community amongst interdisciplinary hospital teams, seamlessly collaborated with physicians, nursing staff, and administration.

Education & Training

Master of Science, Family Nurse Practitioner, Advent Health University, Orlando, FL, December 2020

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner FNP-BC

National Certification, Event Designer & Stylist, Music and Film Management, Eventrix, May 2018

Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Adventist University of Health Sciences, Orlando, FL, August 2015

Associate of Science, Nursing, Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences, Orlando, FL, December 2008

Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN, December 2006

Registered Nurse License #28189569A INDIANA #28189569C COMPACT

#698267 PENNSYLVANIA #698622 NEW YORK

Professional Experience

Indianapolis Rehab Hospital of Carmel, Indianapolis, IN October2022-Current

Register Nurse

Provided planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process. Assessment, Planning, Intervention. Develop nursing Care Plan in coordination with patient, family and interdisciplinary staff as necessary. Completed admissions, discharges, patient advocate. Communicate changes in patient’s clinical condition with Physicians, Nursing supervisors, and other nurses as appropriate. IV’s, Wound Care, Trach Care, Oral and Injectable Medications, Blood draws, EKG’s, Assessments, Well sky computer documentation, Oxygen therapy, Dressings changes, Catheters, Tube Feedings. Diabetic checks and treatment.

Lawrence Health Care Center, Indianapolis, IN October2022-January 2023

Director of Nursing

Oversee all medical staff and reported to Executive director. Perform intake assessments and timely complete medical record documentation. Uses clinical judgment to manage delivery of patient care safely and effectively use oral and written communication skills to convey patient progress and needs. Utilized nursing care plan and implementation. Ability to be on call for patients and staff. Participation in Multi-disciplinary treatment team. Makes provision of in-service education for staff as requested. Participation in Peer Review process. Able to work well with the Medical Director and carry out physician orders. Provides Adherence to facility policy and procedures, State & Federal law, and Joint Commission regulations and standards. Participates in hiring and training of staff.

MSD OF PIKE TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS, Indianapolis, IN March 2013-January 2023

Register Nurse (District Lead Nurse/Supervisor)

Assisted administrators in developing school programs.

Assisted the Director of Student and Community Services with the hiring of new nurses.

Served on District Wellness Committee.

Worked with the Marion County Department of Public Health

Implemented Board of Education policy on exclusion and readmission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases.

Conducted training for nurses related to Family Life

Oversaw medical care of Pike High School student body

Attended appropriate IEP conferences throughout district as needed.

INTERIM HEALTH CARE, Indianapolis, IN August 2013 – August 2019

Registered Nurse (School)

Managed and coordinated the school's health services program, providing nursing care and physical screenings to students, expertly assessing students, and implementing first aid measures as needed.

Established and updated health and immunization records, preparing and maintaining student clinic records and required reports.

Administered scheduled and PRN medications as prescribed by the student's physician, utilizing nursing care procedure.

Provided health education and anticipatory counseling, reporting and following procedures for suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.

HEALTHY BEGINNINGS, Indianapolis, IN June 2012 – January 2014

Registered Nurse (Lifestyle Evaluation)

Conducted blood pressure checks and evaluated labs on individual clients, explained results and treatment recommendations to patients in simple and compassionate language.

Asked patients questions and collected medical information for surveys on lifestyle and risk factors for heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, and obesity.

Developed and facilitated workshops on the importance of exercise, proper nutrition, decreasing stress, and identifying harmful foods and substances.

TRILOGY HEALTH SERVICES, Lebanon, IN August 2011 – August 2012

Registered Nurse (Rehabilitation and Long Term Health Care)

Provided knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination for a 26 bed unit, assisted living facility.

Implemented and coordinated the delivery of care and treatment in collaboration with physician and resource health care personnel, performed assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient condition.

Documented and maintained records of all pertinent information regarding nursing care, care plans, observation of the residents overall condition, and behavior.

Provided age appropriate nursing care, including maintaining IV sites, performed dressing changes, taking vital signs and performing head to toe and respiratory assessments.

Transcribed physician’s notes and prescriptions during treatment assessments, notifying families of changes in treatment, condition and prescriptions.

ST. VINCENT HOSPITAL, Indianapolis, IN January 2009 – October 2011

Graduate Nurse/RN (Cardiology – PCCU and GI Surgical)

Coordinated patient care services including bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation under the direction of the RN.

Planned and delivered indirect and direct nursing care to assigned group of patients, including administering medication and changing dressing.

Facilitated patients’ admissions, discharges, and transfers; ensuring that records were safeguarded and managed as per policy and in accordance with relevant legislation.

Built strong relationships with patients and co-workers as a member of an interdisciplinary team, actively participating in case conferences, clinical meetings, and team meetings.

FLORIDA HOSPITAL, Altamonte Springs, FL July 2006 – December 2008

Student Nurse (Neurological - PCCU)

Provided basic nursing care and clinical support for five to seven patients daily, maintaining a clean patient care environment, and assisted the physician or other personnel with examinations and treatment.

Checked and charted patients’ vital signs, which included temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rates; accurately documenting all patient results and maintaining files in accordance with all policies and procedures.

Assumed responsibilities of head nurse during absence, working closely with all providers to attain the hospital’s entire mission, goals and objectives.

Awards & Distinctions

Butler University BTOP –Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness Coordinator, 2014-2015

Vice President for the Nursing Association, 2007-2008

National Student Nurses Association, 2012-2015

Nashville Music Conference Scholarship Award Winner and Participant Singer/Songwriter, 2012

Expressions of Praise-Founder/Director ASL, Dramatization, and Interpretive Movement 2005-Current

Precious Miss Facilitator/Youth Mentor for Center for Leadership and Development 2016-2020

CLINICAL-FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Primary Care

School Clinic

Urgent Care

Women’s Health

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