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Gretchen MICHELL Merckson

LPN
Murfreesboro,TN
The thing that I have learned is that vulnerability is at the center of fear and shame, but it is also at the center of joy and gratitude and love and belonging.
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Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. I also have experience with breathing, Tapping, meditation and mindfulness skills for better stress management of the people I serve. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Passionate about the quality of End of Life care and the impact that educating family has on the death experience.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
1
Language

Work History

Vanderbilt Medical Center

Neurology Clinic Nurse
12.2023 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
  • Utilized Vanderbilt portal for communication between patients, physicians, pharmacies and billing authorization departments to maintain a fast response to any and all requests.
  • Certified in Botox drawing
  • Intaking patients into rooms for physicians visit

Brighton Gardens of Brentwood

Medication Manager LPN
01.2018 - 12.2023

Job overview


  • Assisted with Hospice care team to give great end of life care
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on proper medication usage, dosage, and potential side effects for informed decision making.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining accurate medication records and administering medications as prescribed.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives focused on optimizing medication administration processes within the organization.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers to address any concerns or questions related to medications effectively.
  • Provided compassionate care while managing resident's medication regimens, resulting in improved health outcomes.

Adams Place

Floor nurse supervisor
06.2016 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
  • Document resident data on IMAR system
  • Admissions and discharging of residents.
  • Administered medications safely according to physician orders, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or interactions among drugs.
  • Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.

Stones River Manor

LPN Floor nurse supervisor
12.2014 - 06.2016

Job overview

  • Supervising resident assistants
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Admissions and discharging of residents.

Private care nurse
07.2014 - 10.2015

Job overview

  • In home personal care for an elderly patient
  • Companionship, cooking, light housework, laundry
  • Medication administration, in/out catheterization, ADLs, bathing, skin integrity maintenance.

Southern Health Partners

LPN
10.2013 - 10.2014

Job overview

  • PRN nurse in correctional facilities in Lebanon, Shelbyville and Springfield
  • Medicine administration, intake assessments, diabetic care, alcohol detox, lab draws and wound care for inmates.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

Comforcare

CNA
05.2012 - 11.2013

Job overview

  • Light housekeeping, cooking, ambulation, ADL's, ROM, bathing, companionship.

NHC Murfreesboro

CNA
01.2012 - 05.2012

Job overview

  • Vital signs, ADL's, skin integrity practices, bathing, toileting and documenting.

Education

Doulagivers
Online

No Degree from End of Life Doula
06.2024

MTSU
Murfreesboro, TN

No Degree from Pre Reqs For LPN To RN Bridge
2016

Tennessee college of Applied Technologies
Murfreesboro, TN

Certification in Practical Nursing
08.2013

National Health Care Corporation
Murfreesboro, TN

Certified Nurse Assistant License
01.2012

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Education
  • Compassionate communication
  • Health Promotion
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Infection Control
  • Accurate Documentation
  • End of life care

Military Experience

  • Memphis, TN, 05/1981, 12/1983
  • Sicily, Italy, 05/1981, 12/1983

References

  • Thessa Brown RN, previous director of nursing at Brighton Gardens, (615) 512-1991, thessa26@yahoo.com
  • Debra Goolsby, PT, (850) 293-0589
  • Dianne Johnson, (615) 474-5355
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Interests

Hawaiian Dancing, cooking ,travel , photography and cookie decorating

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Personal development programsWork-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancement

Timeline

Neurology Clinic Nurse

Vanderbilt Medical Center
12.2023 - 02.2024

Medication Manager LPN

Brighton Gardens of Brentwood
01.2018 - 12.2023

Floor nurse supervisor

Adams Place
06.2016 - 01.2018

LPN Floor nurse supervisor

Stones River Manor
12.2014 - 06.2016

Private care nurse

07.2014 - 10.2015

LPN

Southern Health Partners
10.2013 - 10.2014

CNA

Comforcare
05.2012 - 11.2013

CNA

NHC Murfreesboro
01.2012 - 05.2012

Doulagivers

No Degree from End of Life Doula

MTSU

No Degree from Pre Reqs For LPN To RN Bridge

Tennessee college of Applied Technologies

Certification in Practical Nursing

National Health Care Corporation

Certified Nurse Assistant License

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