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Hi, I’m
Jami Herschelman
Clinton,Mi
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse Educator with over twenty years of experience in healthcare, specializing in clinical education, infection prevention, progressive care, oncology, staff development, charge, and long-term care. A distinct track record of designing lesson plans and training programs to build high-performing nursing units while providing engaging educational activities. Proven ability to provide excellent patient care in fast paced, changing environments. Calm and level-headed with ability to handle high-stress situations, while facilitating efficient patient workflow and strong relationships.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
NorthStar Care Community- Hospice of Michigan
Clinical Nurse Educator
2023.04 - Current (1 year & 5 months)
Job overview
- Provide evidence based educational training in classroom and through simulation activities to nursing staff
- Nurse planner for the Wisconsin Nurses Association, providing continuing education credits to staff and within the community
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Kept current with emerging trends in healthcare education, incorporating new strategies into existing curricula for continuous program improvement.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Contributed to the achievement of key performance indicators by providing data-driven recommendations for nursing education initiatives.
- Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
- Coordinated continuing education events, connecting nurses with relevant resources to advance their expertise within their respective fields.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Project manager for multiple training and precepting programs.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing evidence-based educational programs for clinical staff.
- Increased staff retention by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and support.
Gilbert Residence
Charge Nurse
2012.03 - Current (12 years & 6 months)
Job overview
- Responds appropriately to situations while maintaining dignity and respect to employees and patients
- Supervision of all nursing staff, and ensuring safe, exceptional care
- Provides educational in-servicing to staff
- Always maintaining therapeutic communication.
- Promotes a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Records details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Educates family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Mentors and supervises junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Develops and implement's specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Leads teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Residential Home Health and Hospice
Case Manager RN
2021.08 - 2022.06 (10 months)
Job overview
- Case Manager for the homecare patient population
- Implement care plans that align with patients’ needs
- Provide all skilled care needs and arrange IDT meetings.
- Provided evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis management to clients to lessen negative on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
- Provided education on health and nutrition for patients to maintain healthy habits and wellbeing.
- Participated in regular professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of case management.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Fostered open lines of communication with clients'' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Registered Oncology Nurse
2017.08 - 2021.09 (4 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Top preceptor for the entire hospital in addition to precepting for the oncology unit.
- Administration of chemotherapy and supporting agents
- Care management of immunocompromised patients
- Implementation of care plans related to oncology and hematology
- Preceptor for new graduate nurses and new employees.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout all aspects of cancer treatment administration.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
Great Lakes Caring Home Health And Hospice
Triage Nurse
2015.04 - 2016.02 (10 months)
Job overview
- Reduced wait times for patients by swiftly assessing their conditions and directing them to appropriate care providers.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Integrated evidence-based practices into daily tasks, ensuring consistency in delivering high-quality care across all populations served.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Purdue University , West Lafayette, IN
Post- Masters from Family Nurse Practitioner
12.2024
Aspen University , Phoenix, AZ
Master of Science from Nursing (Forensic)
04.2023
University Overview
- Honoree of Magna Cum Laude
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
Eastern Michigan University , Ypsilanti, MI
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
01.2019
Schoolcraft College , Livonia, MI
Associate of Science from Nursing
05.2016
University Overview
- Honor Roll 2016- Cum Laude
Brown Mackie College , Findlay, OH
Diploma- Practical Nurse from Nursing
04.2011
Skills
- Clinical Education Process
- Self-Starter/People Oriented
- Curriculum Planning
- Staff Development
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Mentoring Proficiency
- Continuing Education
- Microsoft Word/Excel
- Leadership Skills
- Motivating
- Curriculum Development
- Strong Work Ethic/Clinical Skills
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Infection Prevention (CDC)
- Wisconsin Nurses Association Nurse Planner
- Forensic Epidemiology
- Certified Oncology Nurse
Personal Information
Registered Nurse- Professional Goals
- Professional goals are to not only make the change, but be the change. It is very important to me to be a leader that leads by example.
- Learning and teaching should co-exist
- Gathering employees perspective on diversity and inclusion, and establishing or joining a current concrete program that implements a positive framework based on gap analysis identified
- Growing with my company as we form a team
- Practicing and educating on a healthy work/life balance
Volunteering
- My local Humane Society
Software
Microsoft Excel
Outlook
Multiple charting systems
Powerpoint
Canva
Prezi
Interests
Nature
Fishing
Foraging
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator
NorthStar Care Community- Hospice of Michigan
2023.04 - Current (1 year & 5 months)
Case Manager RN
Residential Home Health and Hospice
2021.08 - 2022.06 (10 months)
Registered Oncology Nurse
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
2017.08 - 2021.09 (4 years & 1 month)
Triage Nurse
Great Lakes Caring Home Health And Hospice
2015.04 - 2016.02 (10 months)
Charge Nurse
Gilbert Residence
2012.03 - Current (12 years & 6 months)
Purdue University
Post- Masters from Family Nurse Practitioner
Aspen University
Master of Science from Nursing (Forensic)
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Schoolcraft College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Brown Mackie College
Diploma- Practical Nurse from Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Infection Prevention (CDC)
- Wisconsin Nurses Association Nurse Planner
- Forensic Epidemiology
- Certified Oncology Nurse
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