Professional healthcare provider with strong clinical skills and focus on child and adolescent care. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable outcomes in fast-paced environments. Expertise in health assessments, emergency response, and patient education, combined with compassionate approach and strong communication abilities. Reliable and flexible, consistently meeting high standards in healthcare delivery.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2018 - Current
Administered medical interventions and medication to scholars, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Conducted health assessments and screenings to identify scholar needs and provide appropriate interventions.
Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop individualized health care plans for scholars with chronic conditions.
Supervised and trained unlicensed staff providing medical care treatments to scholars.
Developed, trained and supervised Medical Emergency Response Teams in all assigned buildings.
Provided educational classes to scholars about HIV and Reproductive Health.
Agency Registered Nurse
D.A. Blodgett - St. John
Grand Rapids, MI
10.2014 - 07.2018
Assessed patient health status through comprehensive physical examinations and medical history reviews.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies for patients.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Educated unlicensed staff on health management, medication adherence, and coping strategies.
Developed training programs for new unlicensed staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in clinical skills.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Educated patients and staff on disease processes, medical treatments, and self-care strategies, promoting informed decision making.
Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills while assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, leading to improved clinical outcomes.
Pediatric Nurse
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids, MI
06.1999 - 10.2014
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and care plans.
Monitored vital signs, assessing patient conditions for necessary interventions.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop customized rehabilitation strategies.
Educated families on patient care techniques and post-discharge instructions.
Preceptor to new graduate Registered Nurses and Senior level Nursing students.
Documented pediatric patient care to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
Performed advanced clinical skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, and NG tube placement with precision and attention to detail.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with the latest advancements in pediatric nursing care.
Utilized nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
05-1999
Skills
Immunization record review
Health screening
Individualized healthcare plans
Acute illness recognition
Health education promotion
Youth Mental Health First Aide
Medication administration
Injury treatment
Healthcare coordination
Timeline
School Nurse
Grand Rapids Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Agency Registered Nurse
D.A. Blodgett - St. John
10.2014 - 07.2018
Pediatric Nurse
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids, MI