Erin Michalowski
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Team Lead
Advanced Healthcare of Hanover
Bethlehem, PA
10.2024 - Current
- Reviewed physician orders for accuracy prior to implementation by nursing staff.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Managed inventory control systems related to medications, supplies.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
LPN Office Nurse - High Risk OBGYN
Lehigh Valley Hospital And Health Network
Easton, PA
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
LPN Field Nurse
SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice
01.2013 - 05.2023
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
Adult and Pediatric LPN
Bayada Home Health
Bethlehem, PA
09.2020 - 11.2022
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Discussed individualized education to answer questions for patients and family.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used for patient recovery or stabilization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed positive relationships with families by providing education about health maintenance activities for their loved ones.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating all pertinent information regarding client's status to other healthcare providers involved in their treatment plan.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Penn State Practical Nursing Program
Hazleton PA 12.2014
Skills
- Proficient working with EPIC and Matrix
- Healthcare Software Proficiency
- Triage Nurse
- Patient Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Obstetric Nursing
- Pediatric Care
- Quality Managment
- Inventory management
- CPR certified
- Child and infant CPR certified
- BLS Certified
Timeline
LPN Team Lead
Advanced Healthcare of Hanover
10.2024 - Current
LPN Office Nurse - High Risk OBGYN
Lehigh Valley Hospital And Health Network
09.2023 - 11.2024
Adult and Pediatric LPN
Bayada Home Health
09.2020 - 11.2022
LPN Field Nurse
SpiriTrust Lutheran Home Care & Hospice
01.2013 - 05.2023
Diploma - Nursing
Penn State Practical Nursing Program
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