Melva Galeas
Warrenton,VA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse II with extensive experience at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and telemetry interpretation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through tailored care plans and effective education. Strong collaborator and mentor, fostering team growth while implementing infection control protocols that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse II
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Ensured optimal health outcomes by administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Developed tailored care plans through collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on disease management to enhance treatment adherence.
- Reduced hospital-acquired infections by implementing strict infection control protocols.
- Guided nursing students by serving as a preceptor during clinical rotations.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices to improve hospital team performance.
Medical Assistant
Sentara
01.2018 - 05.2023
- Administered patient care, ensuring comfort and confidentiality during examinations.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and office protocols, fostering team competency.
- Administered patient care by performing vital sign checks and assisting with examinations.
Certified Medical Assistant
IDSVA
03.2011 - 01.2018
- Assisted healthcare providers in procedural preparations, contributing to improved patient experiences.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies, ensuring availability for seamless operations.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stratford University
Woodbridge, VA12-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assistant
ECPI Univeristy
Manassas, VA05-2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Telemetry/EKG interpretation
- Non-invasive ventilation (BIPAP/CPAP)
- Titratable vasoactive drips
- Post-surgical recovery
- Direct patient care
- Thorough patient assessments
Certification
- BLS/ACLS
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse II
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Sentara
01.2018 - 05.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
IDSVA
03.2011 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stratford University
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assistant
ECPI Univeristy