Melisa Renner
Bluffton
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Practitioner with a strong focus on patient assessment, care plan development, and collaborative care. Proven ability to manage critical situations and utilize evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Rounding Providers
Fort Wayne
12.2020 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments to gather health information and medical history.
- Assisted in developing care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and treatment approaches.
- Educated patients on health management, medication usage, and preventive measures.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Supported routine clinical procedures under the supervision of senior practitioners.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation, or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
- Provided guidance during end-of-life decisions for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab work to inform patient care decisions.
- Performed routine health screenings and physical examinations.
- Managed acute and emergency situations by providing timely and effective interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
RN Staff Nurse
Parkview Regional Medical Center
Fort Wayne
09.2015 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation consistently.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Maintained accurate records of patient health information and treatment plans in electronic health record systems.
- Counseled patients on healthy lifestyle choices that can improve their overall wellbeing.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
RN Staff Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne
08.2002 - 12.2015
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions and discharges smoothly.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation consistently.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient health information and treatment plans in electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Education
MSN - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN10-2020
Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2017
ASN - Nursing
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne 05-2006
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records
- Prescribing medications
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Collaborative care
- Critical situation management
- Evidence-based practice
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Clinical decision making
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Rounding Providers
12.2020 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Parkview Regional Medical Center
09.2015 - 10.2020
RN Staff Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
08.2002 - 12.2015
MSN - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Nursing
Western Governors University
ASN - Nursing
University of Saint Francis