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Julie LaPere

Midland

Summary

Dynamic leader and Registered Nurse with a proven track record at 3 Lil Pigs BBQ and Mid Michigan Medical Center. Expert in operations management and delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care. Achieved significant improvements in patient satisfaction and business profitability. Skilled in staff training and customer service, ensuring high-quality outcomes and efficient, patient-centered care.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/operator

3 Lil Pigs BBQ
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
  • Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior Product or Service to customers.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment, leading to higher employee retention rates and overall job satisfaction.
  • Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
  • Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
  • Oversaw the hiring process, selecting highly skilled candidates who contributed significantly to company success.
  • Optimized workflow processes through careful analysis of operational needs and resource allocation.

Registered Nurse

Mid Michigan Medical Center
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Registered Nurse

Covenant Health Care
08.2012 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.

Registered Nurse

Agency
10.2014 - 01.2017

Education

Bachelor Of Nursing - Health Care

Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2012

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Hiring
  • Business planning
  • Staff training and development
  • Sales negotiation
  • Personnel management
  • Staffing
  • Operations oversight
  • Negotiation
  • Inventory management
  • Payroll processing
  • Human resources
  • Budget development
  • Marketing strategy development
  • Financial planning
  • Client relationship management
  • Risk management
  • Cost management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Pricing strategy development
  • Profit optimization
  • Cashflow management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Decision-making
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Customer service
  • Customer-oriented

Certification

ACLS

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Agency
10.2014 - 01.2017

Registered Nurse

Covenant Health Care
08.2012 - Current

Owner/operator

3 Lil Pigs BBQ

Registered Nurse

Mid Michigan Medical Center

Bachelor Of Nursing - Health Care

Davenport University

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