Nurse with diverse clinical background focused on evidence-based patient assessment, timely treatment coordination, precise documentation of outcomes, and ongoing professional development through certifications.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
MyMichigan Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Emergency Department, Interventional Radiology, Urology, Home Health Care and Medical Intensive Care Unit
Streamlined emergency department patient flow and care activities to enhance overall service delivery.
Assisted interventional radiology team with patient preparation and procedural support.
Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in MyMichigan Medical Center records.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses using nursing protocols.
Provided care support within urology service.
Coordinated home care services to effectively address individual patient needs and improve transition to home.
Contributed to high-quality care delivery in a medical intensive care setting, ensuring optimal patient management.
CASE MANAGER
EPITEC
09.2022 - 02.2023
Delivered care coordination assistance that supported timely access to medical services.
Improved member understanding by explaining chronic and new medical conditions.
Supported members with appointment scheduling and transportation access through Blue Cross Blue Shield case management.
REGISTERED NURSE
ST. JOSEPH MERCY OAKLAND
03.2017 - 03.2021
Facilitated effective patient outcomes in same day surgery and medical intensive care unit by coordinating with medical team.
Coordinated care with physicians, respiratory therapists, and bedside nursing staff.
Monitored ventilator settings and hemodynamic status in intensive care unit.
Administered critical medications and intravenous therapies per physician orders.
Delivered bedside care, comfort measures, and patient education for recovery support.
REGISTERED NURSE
Henry Ford Medical Center
03.2012 - 03.2017
Surgical Trauma ICU and Labor and Delivery
Coordinated labor and delivery care, ensuring safety and support for mothers and newborns in hospital settings.
Monitored fetal heart patterns and maternal vital signs throughout labor progression.
Collaborated with obstetric, anesthesia, and neonatal teams during high-risk deliveries.
Administered medications and intravenous therapies per provider orders and unit protocols.
Monitored trauma ICU patients, tracking hemodynamics, neuro status, and ventilator settings to inform care decisions.
Assessed patient changes and documented findings, escalating concerns to care team for timely interventions.
REGISTERED NURSE
Gift of Life
02.2015 - 12.2015
Organ Donation Coordinator
Coordinated and assessed testing for donor suitability, ensuring timely and effective evaluations.
Guided families through the donation process, providing essential information and support to ease their experience.
Obtained and reviewed consent with donor families
Maintained accurate donor records in tracking systems to ensure compliance and facilitate successful donations.
REGISTERED NURSE
Metro Health
12.2010 - 12.2011
Emergency Department
Assessed emergency department patients and prioritized care using triage protocols.
Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythms in hospital emergency rooms.
Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care.
REGISTERED NURSE
Borgess Medical Center
05.2008 - 12.2010
Delivered critical care services in a medical intensive care unit.
Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians, respiratory therapists, and charge nurse to optimize patient outcomes.
Performed venipuncture, intravenous therapy administration, and arterial blood gas draws.
Educated patients on disease processes and treatment plans, ensuring comprehension of medical instructions for improved self-management.
Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, and medications to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulations.
Education
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, Michigan
05-2008
Skills
Triage assessment
Triage protocols
Critical care
Medication administration
Patient documentation
Care management
Team collaboration
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Certification
Registered Nurse expires 07/2027 Advanced Cardiac Life Support expires 08/2027 Basic Life Support expires 06/2028 Stroke Certification expires 06/2027 Pediatric Life Support expires 05/2008 TNCC and ENPC 09/2026