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MELISSA HANCOCK

Columbia, SC

Job Function: Healthcare & Medical, Healthcare &

Medical

Highest Education: Post Graduate Degree

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Experienced job title licensed in licenses with strong clinical and people skills. Professionally trained job title with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Registered Nurse with 3+ years experience in clinical settings providing nursing care to diverse populations. Highperforming Manager with 12 years of healthcare experience in hospital environments. Responsible job title with excellent communication skills demonstrated by number years of experience in healthcare. Work Experience

Registered Nurse

Providence Hospital, Columbia, SC

Nov '11 - Dec '13 (2 Years, 1 Month)

Registered Nurse, 11/2011 to 12/05/2013 Providence Hospital Columbia, SC Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases. Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. Performed lab tests and communicated results. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care. Closely monitored acute conditions. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia. Developed and implemented nursing care plans. Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Followed infection control procedures. Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission. Registered Nurse

Palmetto Richland Hospital, Columbia, SC

Oct '09 - Nov '11 (2 Years, 1 Month)

Registered Nurse, 10/2009 to 11/2011 Palmetto Richland Hospital Columbia, SC Pharmacological and non- pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases. Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management. Performed lab tests and communicated results. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care. Closely monitored acute conditions. Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials. Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia. Developed and implemented nursing care plans. Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses. Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Followed infection control procedures. Monitored fluid intake and output levels. Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab. Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing. Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease. Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures. Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing. Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission. Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.

MELISSA HANCOCK

Registered Nurse

Kershaw Health Systems, Camden, SC

Sep '07 - Oct '09 (2 Years, 1 Month)

Registered Nurse, 09/2007 to 10/2009 Kershaw Health Systems Camden, SC Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Oversaw and managed number clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism. Examined patients and dispensed contraceptives and other medications as needed. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases. Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management. Performed lab tests and communicated results. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care. Closely monitored acute conditions. Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia. Developed and implemented nursing care plans. Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses. Documented patient information obtained from interviews. Delegated staff nurse duties. Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Followed infection control procedures. Monitored fluid intake and output levels. Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab. Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing. Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease. Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures. Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing. Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission. Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.

Strong leader for nursing personnel

Baptist Health Systems, Miami, FL

Apr '02 - Aug '07 (5 Years, 4 Months)

Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift. Clinical Supervisor/Assistant Nurse Manager, 04/2002 to 08/2007 Baptist Health Systems Miami, FL Resource Management for patient care. Daily supervision of the Nursing Unit Maintain clinical accountability for quality of care and services. Served as a liaison between patients, physicians, staff and family members. Evaluation of PersonnelProfessional and nonprofessional Orientation of new staff Staff Development Quality Improvement Performance Improvement Supported hospital/department policies/procedures and guidelines Participated in education and resource programs Contributed and participated in development of unit goals Demonstrated understanding of operational cost as related to budget and activity Maintained a professional collaborative relationship with medical staff Participated in the interview process of potential new staff-Professional and non-professional Education

Associate Degree '91 Nursing

Western Oklahoma State College

Jan '91

Associate of Applied Science: Nursing, 1991 Western Oklahoma State College - Altus, OK Bachelor Degree '16

Chamberlain School of Nursing

Jul '16 - May '16

Bachelor of Science -May 2016 CTU Online Chamberlain School of Nursing July 2016 - present Master Degree (COMPLETED) MSN

Chamberlain School of Nursing, Ill

Sep '17 - Present

GPA: 3.10 GPA in Major: 3.10

MELISSA HANCOCK

Skills

Infection Control

(Advanced) 9 to 10 Year

Committee to decrease blood culture contamination rate in the emergency room Registered Nurse

(Advanced) 6 to 7 Years

Budget

(Intermediate) 4 to 5 Years

Liaison

(Intermediate) 9 to 10 Year

Liaison between staff and upper management

Hipaa

(Intermediate) More than 10 Years

Education with staff regarding HIPPA violations

Laboratory

(Intermediate) 3 to 4 Years

Maintenance

(Intermediate) 3 to 4 Years

Testing

(Intermediate) 9 to 10 Year

Monthly and yearly education with staff regarding new skills and ;procedures Healthcare

(Novice) 9 to 10 Year

20+ years of experience in ICU and emergency care. Immediate pediatric care in the emergency room. Cardiac

(Novice) More than 10 Years

Education and updating staff on new clinical practice guidelines. Neurology

(Novice) 0 to 1 Year

Pediatric

(Novice) More than 10 Years

Worked in Kidsville emergency and urgent care, along with traumatic care of pediatrics. Therapy

(Novice) 0 to 1 Year

MELISSA HANCOCK

Associate

(Novice)

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