Jude Michaud
West Palm Beach
Summary
Caring Nurse with ten years of experience in diverse healthcare organization working with psychiatric, rehabilitate, and acute care clients . Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for patients and families. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Manager
Salem Health & Rehabilitation Center
02.2023 - Current
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Maintained adequate stock of medications, supplies and equipment to meet patient needs.
- Met with nursing staff and support personnel to plan services, programs and activities.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by enforcing strict adherence to protocols, guidelines, and infection control measures.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit to enhance overall quality of care provided to patients.
- Participated actively in committee meetings to contribute insights from a Unit Manager perspective, influencing hospital-wide decisions and policies.
- Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate communication between patients, families, and medical professionals.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently overseeing the administration of medications to patients.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
LewisGale Alleghany; HCA Capital Division IT&S
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of Number patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Carilion Stonewall Jackson Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of Number patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
- Collaborated daily with Number-person health care team to achieve optimum patient care, boosting patient satisfaction scores Number%.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Travel Nursing
Kindred Hospital, General Health Resources
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Nurse
Select Medical
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
South County Mental Health Center
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
LPN / Registered Nurse
Glades Health Care Center
03.2010 - 09.2020
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Jerome Golden Center For Behavioral Health
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety, including meditation and yoga.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Techni Pro Institute
Boca Raton, FL07.2016
Associate of Science - License Practical Nurse
Academy of Nursing
West Palm Beach, FL05.2012
Skills
- Preventive health
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care Planning
- Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Dementia Knowledge
- Healthcare Ethics
- Diabetes Diagnosis and Treatment
- Infection Control
- Critical care nursing
- Insulin medication assistance
- Chronic disease management
- Vaccine administration
- Trauma recovery
Certification
Basic life support
Advance life support
Timeline
Unit Manager
Salem Health & Rehabilitation Center
02.2023 - Current
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Carilion Stonewall Jackson Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
LewisGale Alleghany; HCA Capital Division IT&S
10.2022 - 01.2024
Travel Nursing
Kindred Hospital, General Health Resources
09.2021 - 07.2022
Nurse
Select Medical
09.2020 - 10.2021
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
South County Mental Health Center
11.2019 - 05.2021
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Jerome Golden Center For Behavioral Health
01.2018 - 11.2019
LPN / Registered Nurse
Glades Health Care Center
03.2010 - 09.2020
Basic life support
Advance life support
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Techni Pro Institute
Associate of Science - License Practical Nurse
Academy of Nursing
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