Joy Miele, BSN, RN

28-bed mixed (trauma/medical/surgical) unit | 1:6 patient ratio

• Provided care for 5-6 acute patients per shift; experienced in managing new airways, traumatic brain injuries, post-surgical complications, and polytraumas.
• Managed nursing staff as charge nurse for one shift per week, coordinating patient assignments and providing continuity of care.
• Precepted a nurse new to our unit, assisting with education, orientation to the floor, and offering ongoing mentorship.
• Assisted during rapid responses at the bedside, ensuring communication between providers, patient safety, and proper documentation.
• Delivered compassionate care through active listening and patient education to improve patient outcomes.

• Assisted with the preparation of supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Managed patient care through dedicated tasks such as foley placement, IV access, and patient positioning.
• Facilitated communication between providers to improve care delivery.
• Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures, including specimen collection, sterilization protocols, and patient monitoring.
• Maintained accurate documentation of the patient's medical record throughout the operative process.