Brandi Mellinger
Commerce City,CO
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Nursing Student
Platt College
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans to effectively address each patient’s unique needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive treatment planning.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various departments for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly responding to changing patient conditions and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
- Developed strong time management skills through effective prioritization of tasks, allowing for increased efficiency in the workplace.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients’ needs, enabling timely identification of potential concerns requiring intervention from nursing staff or physicians.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
- Administered CPR to patients to promptly respond to emergency cases and required medical attention.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Lead Medical Assistant
The Women's Health Group
02.2010 - 12.2020
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling and medical record management.
- Increased clinic efficiency by training and mentoring new medical assistants on clinical procedures and best practices (Trained/mentored 15+ employees).
- Maintained a clean and safe clinical environment, adhering to strict infection control standards for the well-being of patients and staff.
- Streamlined patient flow by coordinating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to effectively manage schedules and resources.
- Assisted in various medical procedures such as vaccinations, surgical LEEP, colonscopy, ESSURE, laparoscopy, IUD, and other gynecological procedures, and diagnostic testing for efficient patient care delivery.
- Implemented effective inventory management strategies to ensure consistent availability of essential medical supplies for daily clinic operations.
- Conducted regular quality assurance evaluations across all aspects of clinic operations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
- Demonstrated expertise in phlebotomy, specimen collection, and basic laboratory testing procedures to support accurate diagnosis and treatment decisions.
- Documented patient information in EHR and prepared paperwork for medical staff.
- Monitored office procedures to correct problems and implement proactive improvements for better patient flow.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Platt College
Greenwood Village, CO03.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting And X-ray Tech
Heritage College - Denver
Denver, CO01.2010
Skills
- Staff Oversight
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical office administration
- Inventory and supply management
- Critical thinking abilities
- Team building and supervision
- CPR (ALS, BLS certified)
- Catheterization
- IV insertion/care
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
- Patient Assessments
- EHR (EPIC)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Nursing Student
Platt College
03.2021 - 03.2024
Lead Medical Assistant
The Women's Health Group
02.2010 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting And X-ray Tech
Heritage College - Denver
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Platt College
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