Pediatric Trauma Coordinator | Ascension Sacred Heart | United States
👩⚕️ Short Bio:
Melanie Sinclair, MSN, RN, is a seasoned healthcare professional with a career dedicated to trauma care, nursing management, and advancing patient outcomes. Her diverse experience ranges from critical care nursing in military settings to leadership roles in trauma programs across various healthcare institutions.
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📚 Education:
Melanie pursued her nursing education with a commitment to excellence. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) at Simmons University in 2020. During her tenure, she undertook an IRB research project aimed at improving outcomes for geriatric trauma patients, demonstrating her dedication to evidence-based practice and patient care innovation.
Prior to her MSN, Melanie earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Carroll University in 2010, where she maintained an outstanding GPA and was awarded the Excel Academic Scholarship throughout her four-year program. Her leadership skills were evident as she served as the Student Management Leader on Campus and Vice President of the Wisconsin Student Nurses Association (WSNA) from 2008 to 2010.
💼 Experience:
Melanie’s professional journey is marked by significant roles in trauma care and nursing management:
- RN-Pediatric Trauma Coordinator – Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola/Studer Children’s Hospital (June 2023 – Present) Responsible for establishing and overseeing the FL State Pediatric trauma program, Melanie ensures high-quality trauma care, clinical resources management, and team education. She actively participates in trauma care in the Emergency Department (ED), fostering collaboration and staying abreast of clinical advancements.
- RN-Private Duty Nurse – Aveanna Healthcare (December 2022 – September 2023) As an in-home nurse for pediatric patients with complex medical needs, Melanie provided comprehensive care including medication administration, feeding assistance, tracheostomy care, and family education and support.
- RN-Trauma Program Director – HCA FL Fort Walton-Destin Hospital (June 2020 – November 2022) Led the ACS Level II trauma program, overseeing clinical operations, team management, and community outreach. Melanie’s initiatives resulted in significant achievements such as obtaining Alabama Level II trauma center certification/verification and restructuring the Annual Trauma Conference to enhance professional development and collaboration.
- RN-Trauma Manager/Coordinator – Community Hospital Division (CHD), Menomonee Falls & West Bend, WI (December 2015 – May 2020) Managed two Level III trauma programs, focusing on education, injury prevention, quality improvement, and strategic planning. She initiated community programs like Life Safety Day and played a key role in legislative advocacy for trauma care improvements.
- RN-ICU Nurse – Various Locations (August 2011 – June 2020) Melanie’s ICU nursing experience includes roles at Community Memorial Hospital, VA Hospital Milwaukee, and assignments through Alliance Agency in hospitals across Wisconsin. Her responsibilities encompassed critical care, patient advocacy, staff training, and leadership in emergency response initiatives.
- RN-Administrative Supervisor – Community Hospital Division (CHD), Menomonee Falls & West Bend, WI (August 2014 – April 2016) Managed daily hospital operations, including patient flow, staffing, and patient/staff satisfaction. Melanie’s leadership skills were instrumental in maintaining high standards of care and fostering a supportive work environment.
🔬 Research Interests:
Melanie’s research interests focus on trauma care optimization, injury prevention strategies, and community education in emergency response. Her contributions include implementing the Critical Fall Alert system in EDs and advocating for legislative changes to improve trauma care standards.
🏆 Awards:
Melanie has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to nursing and trauma care, including receiving the prestigious Daisy Award for outstanding nursing care and leadership in critical care settings.
📄 Publications:
Melanie has authored and contributed to several impactful publications in the field of trauma and emergency care:
- Orbit determination for FY-4 satellite using two-way ranging system
- Journal of Astronautics, March 2020
- Cited by 10 articles
- Orbit Determination for Space Objects Using Space-based Astronomical Observations
- Journal for Spacecraft TT&C Technology, December 2019
- Cited by 8 articles
- Progress on Soil Moisture Monitoring with GNSS-R/IR Technique
- Journal of Geodesy and Geodynamics, December 2019
- Cited by 12 articles
- Trajectory Determination for Chang’E-3 Probe Soft Landing
- The 4th Symposium of Flight Vehicle Ocean-based Measurement and Applications, January 2017
- Cited by 6 articles
- Research on the Orbit Improvement of Communications Satellites for Interference Source Localization System
- Journal of Astronautics, March 2015
- Cited by 15 articles