Kelley Michal
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Dynamic CEN bringing 7 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
10.2022 - Current
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
Angels Of Care Pediatrics
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Luke's Hospital
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Served as a strong advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in accordance with ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lone Star College System
Kingwood, TX09.2016
No Degree -
Humble High School
Humble, TX05.1993
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Assessments
- Clear Patient Communication
- Vitals monitoring
- Medication Administration
- IV Insertion
- Cardiac monitors
- Patient Stabilization
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Critical Care
- Triage
Certification
- CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- ENPC - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
03.2020 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse
Angels Of Care Pediatrics
01.2018 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Luke's Hospital
11.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lone Star College System
No Degree -
Humble High School
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