Lisa Melton

Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with 15+ years of experience providing high-quality patient care in school, home, and ambulatory settings. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice and strong communication skills.

Contract School Registered Nurse at Soliant Health/CCSS (2026-01 – 2026-07)

• Provided nursing scope of practice care to staff and students K-12.
• Responded, assessed, and provided first aid and/or other interventions during medical emergencies.
• Treated minor injuries, dispensed medications, and cared for acute and chronic illnesses.
• Monitored and Responsible for medication count, AED's, and other clinic medical equipment.
• Conducted required health screenings.
• Performed public health tracking, compliance, and communication relevant with immunizations and school safety.

Assessment/ Home Health Registered Nurse at Caring Hearts of Georgia (2023-05 – 2024-06)

• Performed initial and routine assessments for diverse patient profiles.
• Enforced compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and professional nursing care standards.
• Formulated and revised care plans based on real time and changes in patient status.
• Performed supervisory visits to oversee clinical guidance for caregivers and direct staff ensuring safe and quality care.
• Maintained accurate and timely documentation.
• Facilitated effective and clear communication between patients and peers.
• Performed MD ordered clinical skills including phlebotomy, wound care, and medication administration.

Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse at Georgia Bone and Joint Ambulatory Surgery Center (2013-04 – 2022-06)

• Evaluated diverse patient population ages 2+ years for outpatient orthopedic surgery.
• Reviewed medical histories, vitals, labs, and diagnostic tests.
• Secured surgical clearance through comprehensive pre-op assessment.
• Managed patient admissions by pre-op compliance, assessment, ADL's, establishing IV access, and initiated ordered intravenous therapies efficiently.
• Phase I and II Pacu duties including monitoring patient status during recovery phase, executed interventions for optimal pain control and hemodynamic stability.
• Assessed and provided care to dressings, drains, and wound vacs.
• Assessed and discharged readiness based on standardized post anesthesia and MD protocol.
• Audited clinical charts for accurate and precise documentation.
• Educated patients and caregivers on correct DME and home health for optimal healing.
• Assisted anesthesia and clinical team with cervical, thoracic, and lumbar intervention procedures.

Cosmetic/Surgical Nurse at West Georgia Center for Plastic Surgery (2012-05 – 2013-04)

• Prepared surgical candidates by managing pre-op checklists, ordering diagnostic labs, and delivering instruction.
• Lead pre-procedure "Time Outs" and verified MD markings.
• Initiated IV access and administered fluids, pre-medications, and intra op therapies.
• Functioned as Scrub/Circulator Nurse preparing sterile fields, managed instruments, assisted MD, maintained patient homeostasis, and collected/prepared lab specimens.
• Managed Phase I and II recovery through assessment, pain management, and medication administration.
• Conducted post op follow ups to 1 yr out, performing suture, drain, and staple removal.
• Educated patients on wound care, symptom management, and optimal healing protocols.
• Assisted plastic surgeon with minor procedures, including scar revisions, mole removals, and complex biopsies.
• Performed duties associated with aesthetic injections by preparing and assisting Botox and dermal filler therapies.
• Operated medical lasers to perform dermal, hair removal, and venous treatments using YAG, LYRA, AURA, and FRAXEL systems.
• Evaluated new patients by conducting initial health histories and clinical assessments.
• Audited medical inventory including crash cart, surgical equipment, and medications for compliance.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Lagrange College (2012-05)

Bachelor of Business Administration in Management – State University of West Georgia (2003-05)