Melinda Renner
Glen Allen
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, specializing in patient assessment and care coordination. Demonstrated success in improving recovery outcomes through precise medication administration and effective team collaboration. Committed to patient education and delivering high-quality, compassionate care across diverse healthcare environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center
Richmond
02.2016 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical records throughout perioperative processes.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Managed surgical instrumentation during procedures, ensuring effective equipment operation.
- Ensured proper sterilization and organization of surgical instruments for optimal accessibility.
- Facilitated communication with healthcare teams regarding surgical patients to address concerns.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up instruments and equipment before surgeries.
- Served as liaison between surgical team and patient's family, providing updates during procedures.
- Documented operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records meticulously.
RN Floor Nurse
Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center
Richmond
05.2013 - 02.2016
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient recovery outcomes.
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications while monitoring patient reactions.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters in critically ill cardiac patients to ensure stability.
- Interpreted diagnostic tests to assess and identify patient conditions accurately.
- Developed individualized therapeutic care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated supervising physicians on observations.
- Educated patients regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and potential complications.
- Administered prescribed medications according to established protocols during critical interventions.
Home Health Nurse
CHS Health Systems
Petersburg
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Documented patient care using electronic health records for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
- Conducted physical examinations and evaluated medical histories to assess patient health.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and temperature, to track patient status.
- Adhered to infection control protocols while providing home care services.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention strategies.
- Administered prescribed medications and initiated intravenous fluids to manage symptoms.
- Oversaw administration of intravenous therapies and nutritional support.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills such as wound care and injections.
Oncology Nurse
Southside Regional Hospital
Petersburg
08.2011 - 11.2012
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure seamless continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Advocated for patient needs within interdisciplinary team, implementing comprehensive treatment plans.
- Reviewed laboratory results for abnormalities and communicated findings to physicians promptly.
- Administered anesthetics via local, inhalation, or intravenous methods during procedures.
- Explained diagnoses and treatment options clearly, ensuring patient understanding.
- Monitored vital signs of cancer patients and adjusted medications as needed during treatments.
- Provided emotional support to patients by actively listening and offering comfort throughout care.
- Facilitated transitions from acute care settings to home environments, enhancing recovery.
Central Office Technician
Verizon
Richmond
02.1997 - 08.2009
- Successfully handled multiple deployment projects under strict deadlines.
- Maintained telecommunications systems by troubleshooting arising issues promptly.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding telecom services efficiently.
- Interpreted technical specifications to develop customer-centric solutions.
- Tested circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to identify malfunctions.
- Managed repair and maintenance of routers, switches, modems, and other hardware.
- Identified resource needs to address customer requirements effectively.
- Provided technical support for telecommunications services, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL10-2024
Diploma in Nursing, RN - Nursing
Southside Regional Professional Schools
Petersburg, VA08-2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-1995
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award 2024
Certification
- CNOR 2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center
02.2016 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center
05.2013 - 02.2016
Home Health Nurse
CHS Health Systems
10.2012 - 05.2013
Oncology Nurse
Southside Regional Hospital
08.2011 - 11.2012
Central Office Technician
Verizon
02.1997 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Diploma in Nursing, RN - Nursing
Southside Regional Professional Schools
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
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