Christine Molenda
Bangor
Summary
Dynamic nurse and educator dedicated to leveraging evidence-based practices to create immersive learning experiences at Bronson Hospital. Committed to enhancing nursing engagement and retention through hands-on simulations and active learning strategies, fostering collaboration with cohorts, students, patients, and families to ensure safe, efficient, and equitable care. Focused on coordinating active learning initiatives that utilize simulations to promote knowledge retention while embodying enthusiasm and passion for nursing education. Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach serve as essential assets in making a positive impact within the nursing community.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Bronson Healthcare
01.1990 - Current
- Key responsibilities include caring for a diverse population of pregnant patients who are healthy or have co-morbidities. Duties include monitoring and utilizing interventions as needed. Additional skills include preceptor, triage, surgical, and scrub nurse responsibilities.
Cardiac Nurse
Bronson Healthcare
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Responsibilities included caring for a diverse population of clients with cardiac and respiratory co-morbidities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI05.1987
Diploma in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI05.1986
Skills
- Labor and Delivery nurse and scrub nurse utilizes evidence based education to instruct new hires and nursing students
- Previous obstetric safety coordinator on the labor and delivery unit, the purpose to deliver evidence based information for nursing staff to follow guidelines and policies
- Simulation facilitator and educator with the intention of delivering knowledge-based information, provide a safe environment to practice skills, and improve decision making skills
Certification
C-EFM certification
Neonatal Resuscitation
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Registered Nurse
Timeline
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Bronson Healthcare
01.1990 - Current
Cardiac Nurse
Bronson Healthcare
01.1986 - 01.1990
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Diploma in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Kalamazoo Valley Community College