Michael Bower
Sandusky,MI
Summary
Skilled and highly trained Registered Nurse with 19 years of proven experience in geriatrics, and skilled nursing and providing quality evidence based patient care within dynamic and high pressure environment. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sanilac Medical Care Facility
12.2004 - Current
- Clinical Supervisor for 10 years, managing a team of RN, LPN, and CNA staff.
- Liaison between physicians, residents, and families.
- Clinical Assessment and treatment of residents.
- Nurse Educator and Basic Life Support Instructor.
- Coordinator of emergency preparedness policies, procedures.
- Employee occupational health and safety.
- Chairperson of Region 3 Healthcare Coalition.
- Informatics Nurse role with setting up, training, and implementation of PointClickCare System with Continuation of informatics and security role.
- Member of COVID-19 Incident Command Team
Fire Chief
Marlette Fire Authority
05.1996 - 12.2016
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Implemented comprehensive training operations, inspections and performance evaluations.
- Directed work of 20-25 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Promotion of fire safety through community relations
- Prepare and coordinate $750,000/yr budget
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Marlette Regional Hospital
04.1994 - 01.2011
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Clair County Community College
323 Erie St, Port Huron, Michigan 05.2023
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Clair County Community College
323 Erie St. Port Huron, Michigan12.2004
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- High level of autonomy
- Patient/family focused
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Problem resolution capability
- Patient and family advocacy
- 30 years of leadership experience
- 30 years of experience in healthcare
- Community relations
- Nurse training and education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sanilac Medical Care Facility
12.2004 - Current
Fire Chief
Marlette Fire Authority
05.1996 - 12.2016
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Marlette Regional Hospital
04.1994 - 01.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Clair County Community College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Clair County Community College
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