Melissa Robbins
Erie
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a focus on patient care, communication, and critical thinking. Committed to providing compassionate support and addressing patient needs effectively.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UPMC Hamot Hospital
Erie
07.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and self-care practices.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records to ensure accurate and comprehensive care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, and therapists, to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical situations to enhance coping and understanding.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL12-2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gannon University
Erie, PA05-1996
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Care coordination
- Disease management programs
- EPIC charting
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UPMC Hamot Hospital
07.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gannon University