Highly efficient and motivated Registered Nurse eager to apply my educational background, management skills, and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to utilize my skills while facilitating company growth in a rewarding and challenging environment. Brings exemplary communication and medical knowledge with 27 years in the nursing industry.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed School Nurse
Orchard Lake St. Mary's Preparatory
Orchard Lake, MI
08.2022 - Current
Assess and responded to medical emergencies with speed and level-head approach
Coordinate with families, teachers, counselors, administrators, and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs, develop a proper care plan, and provide appropriate medical information
Implemented emergency response protocols when necessary
Evaluate students requests for medication and maintained strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to students according to district policy guidelines
Actively participate in professional development opportunities related to advances in nursing practice
Developed individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions such as asthma or diabetes
Communicate with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support
Identify potential environmental hazards within the school building and made recommendations for remediation
Review student physicals prior to participation in athletic activities or other extracurricular activities
Collaborate with local public health agencies to ensure safety standards are met at the school site
Interact effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members
Report pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse
Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment
Evaluate students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers
Contact parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted
Document observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms in EHR system
Maintain proper health records, health insurance and communication with families of international boarding students.
Pediatric Nurse/Charge Nurse
Medical Center Pediatrics
West Bloomfield, MI
Educated family members and patients about illness, preventive health care and recovery both in person and via phone triage
Fostered a positive work environment by providing feedback or coaching when necessary while recognizing outstanding achievements among peers
Performed administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, developing a weekly/monthly staff schedule, hiring and training of new nursing staff
Performed direct patient care activities such as assessments, treatments, specimen collection, medication administration
Provided clinical leadership and oversight to nursing staff, including delegating tasks and evaluating performance
Managed financial resources allocated towards the unit by ensuring supplies are purchased appropriately and efficiently utilized
Utilized problem solving skills when faced with challenging situations involving patients or staff members
Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance
Developed policies and procedures to streamline workflow processes, resulting in improved efficiency.
Clinical Professor
Oakland University/MCC
Rochester, Macomb, MI
Instructed college level nursing students in a pediatric trauma setting
Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs
Participated in continuing development and training to bolster professional teaching skills
Identified valuable online resources to use in conjunction with lectures and coursework
Participated in departmental committees that address curriculum development, assessment strategies or technology initiatives
Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities
Mentored and motivated students to increase class participation
Job duties included hands on demonstration of proper nursing assessments and interventions, medication administration, EMR charting, classroom instruction and discussion.
Medical Device Sales Representative
Adapta Medical
Colorado Springs, CO
Attended trade shows, conferences and seminars to promote products
Received and tracked leads from various healthcare agencies
Promoted use of urinary medical device to patients through online and in-person interactions
Identified customer needs and developed solutions to meet those needs
Created and implemented strategies to increase sales of urinary medical device
Increased repeat business using great customer service, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Built relationships with clients to increase business
Visited stakeholders at hospitals and physician offices to present information on urinary catheter device
Negotiated pricing terms with customers based on their budget requirements
Networked to build client base and promote products to new and existing clients
Generated new business from customers and medical agencies
Completed sales calls daily.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University
01.1997
Skills
Documentation and Reporting
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Relationship Building
Communication Abilities
Electronic Records Management
Patient Assessments
Creativity and Flexibility
Decision-Making
Instructional Course Leadership/Education
Critical Thinking
Leadership and Mentoring Abilities
Interventions
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Performing Physical Assessments
Curriculum Development
Product and Service Promotion
Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse-State of Michigan
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Heath Professional