Melissa Grisham

Responsible for designing custom closet, garage, office, and pantry built-in systems for customers. Engaged clients during initial appointments, discussing pricing, system options, and material choices to complete designs on-site.

Provided front-line support for COVID-19 testing and reporting, identifying emerging health concerns, and strengthening best health practices for the district. Collaborated with local and state health departments, while also leading and managing other Health Source Advocate nurses.

Developed, implemented, and evaluated the organization's infection prevention and control program, ensuring compliance with regulations and educating staff and patients. Collected, analyzed, and interpreted surveillance data to identify infections and risks, collaborating with healthcare professionals to address issues.

Worked as an RN Case Manager, calling members post-hospital discharge to ensure successful transitions and reduce readmission rates. Provided education, advocacy, and coordinated care by communicating with doctors, pharmacies, specialty clinics, and family members.

Managed COVID-19 employee cases, coordinating care for quarantined individuals and conducting contact tracing, presenting findings to cross-functional leadership. Previously provided complex care management for chronically ill patients in a comprehensive care clinic, preventing ER visits and hospital admissions.

Delivered quality care to a multitude of patients with diverse trauma, illness, and pain issues in a fast-paced urgent care setting. Performed triage, lab work, imaging coordination, medication administration, and assisted physicians with minor procedures and exams.

Evaluated, planned, and provided nursing care to internal medicine patients in accordance with physician protocols, demonstrating strong customer service and phone skills. Performed patient triage, administered injections, assisted with prescription refills, and documented all patient encounters in the medical record.

Cared for up to 7 patients daily in a surgical unit, including admissions, discharges, and transfers, collaborating with medical teams to treat acute and chronic problems. Performed charge nurse duties, made staff assignments, administered medications using BCMA, and conducted complex nursing procedures like wound care and IV starts.

Grade: Summa Cum Laude

Completed the RN to BSN program, graduating Summa Cum Laude. This program enhanced my nursing knowledge and skills, preparing me for advanced roles in patient care and management.

Graduated from the Registered Nurse Program, acquiring foundational nursing skills and clinical experience. This prepared me for licensure and entry-level positions as a registered nurse.