1. Meladee M. Simon, RN, MSW
Canon City, CO | 719.269.9248 | jmkksimon@gmail.com
Registered Nurse
Compassionate and driven Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare, including
correctionsfacilities,clinical environments, hospitals, and long-term care settings. Additional background in social
work enhancing my commitment to holistic well-being of all patients. Demonstrated history of cultivating and
sustaining relationships with patients, families, caregivers, and clinical teams. Proven record of supervising staff,
monitoring care and treatment for regulatory compliance, and delivering quality care for all patients.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Nursing | Quality Care | Patient Advocacy | Regulatory Compliance | Clinical Collaboration | Assessments
Interpersonal Communications | Cultural Sensitivity | Medication Administration | Charting and Recordkeeping
Crisis Intervention | Emergency Services | Direct Patient Care | Chart Reviews | Trauma Intervention | HIPAA
Staff Supervision and Leadership | Child and Adolescent Services | Anger Management | Group Facilitation
Long-Term Care | Foster Care Placement | Alcohol Recovery Services | Domestic Violence Support Groups
EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
SUPPLEMENTAL HEALTHCARE 2014 – Present
RegisteredNurse
 Provide quality clinical care and patient advocacy to diverse population.
 Conduct assessments and monitor progress, ensuring accurate documentation and charting of treatments.
 Collaborate withclinical teamoncare planning,aswell aspartnerwithemergencyservicesteamsasneeded.
 Maintain relationships with patients, family members, and healthcare personnel.
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS 2008 – 2014
RegisteredNurse – Fremont Correctional Facility
 Ensuredexceptional care forpatientsin corrections facility, including providing medication administration,
crisis intervention, and direct care.
 Supervised clinical nursing team of up to 17 personnel.
 Assessed situations for emergency services and provided related treatment as needed.
 Reviewed charts and ensured compliance with documentation guidelines and care planning standards.
 Rehiredtoorganizationaftertenure withSt.ThomasMore Hospital,previouslyserving at Colorado Territory
Correctional Facility.
ST. THOMAS MORE HOSPITAL 2003 – 2007
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 Managed direct care for patients in Level IV Trauma Center, including for patients with traumatic injuries,
fractures, and cardiac symptoms.
 Monitored vital signs and maintained detailed records of patient progress.
 Collaborated with nurses, unit personnel, family members, and physicians on treatment planning.
 Ensured compliance with all State and Federal regulations, including HIPAA guidelines and medication
administration standards.
Career Note: Additional experience as a per diem RN for Per Diem Medical Staffing, Inc. from 1998 – 2008, as well as
previous military experience in the United States Army (based in Georgia and Germany).
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Master of Social Work, Newman University, Colorado Springs, CO
Internships at Lutheran Family Services and Rocky Mountain Behavioral Health
Bachelor of Social Work, Colorado State University, Pueblo, CO
Associate of Science, Nursing, Pikes Peak College, Colorado Springs, CO
Certificate, Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN License), Northeastern Junior College, Sterling, CO
Registered Nurse, State of Colorado