Devra S Massey

• Specialist in current occupation. Obtained National Board Certification of School Nurses.
• Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
• Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
• Oversaw health services for school of 700+ students and faculty.
• Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Used clinical expertise to assess and advocate for patients and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting Blood Pressure, Hearing, and Vision evaluations.
• Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
• Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
• Provided support and medical procedures to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
• Served on the School Health and Wellness committee to identify and implement emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
• Documented and performed Administrative and training assistance of the EHR system regarding templates, documentation, and administrative support for other nurses in the district

• Educated students on healthcare systems, patient care coordination, and chronic disease management.
• Develop and delivered engaging lessons on health sciences, including anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and healthcare careers.
• Developed and implemented individualized learning plans to help students achieve success in course and program outcomes.
• Prepare students for certifications such as CPR and First Aid.
• Increased student engagement through innovative teaching methods integrating hands-on learning through lab activities, simulations, and clinical experiences
• Assessed student progress through exams, projects, and practical evaluations.
• Provided mentorship for students pursuing careers in healthcare, many of whom continued into higher education and professional roles in and outside of healthcare.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals and organizations to provide real-world insights and opportunities for future career choices while establishing partnerships with healthcare facilities for student internships.
• Maintained accurate records and ensured compliance with educational and healthcare regulations
• Successfully guided students to earn industry-recognized healthcare certifications
• Collaborated with Meridian Community College nursing instructors and dual enrollment directors to implement best practices to enhance student learning.

PRN Addiction Center Nurse:

• Cared for and maintained recovery objectives for patients court ordered or self admitted for active addiction seeking recovery .
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Pain Management Nurse: (Full time and PRN)

Clinical, Pre-Op, Intra-Op, and Post-op experience Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.

• Directed patient admission and discharge tasks while managing patients and coordinating care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Conducted thorough post-operative patient assessments to determine patient condition and readiness for discharge.
• Monitored patient vitals, alertness, breathing and pain levels to notify assigned physician of observed complications.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.

Home Health Nurse:

• Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
• Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
• Coordinated with the multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Nurse Circulator Operating Room:

• Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
• Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
• Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
• Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
• Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Cardiac Step-down Nurse:

• Provided care for patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
• Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Initiated CPR for patients in cardiac failure, responding to hospital crisis codes.
• Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
• Monitored and interpreted EKGs