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Michael Christmas

Liverpool

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph's Physicians
02.2023 - Current
  • Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease.
  • Assessed health status of patients by eliciting health histories, conducting physical assessments and analyzing data to formulate plans of care.
  • Evaluated and assessed phone calls from facilities, physician offices, hospitals and patients to handle urgent issues and prioritize care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse

United Health Services Wilson Medical Center
08.2021 - 02.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Student Lab Assistant

Binghamton University
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assisted students to meet clinical objectives by providing demonstrations of nursing skills and feedback during open lab hours.
  • Assisted faculty with demonstration of essential nursing skills such as IM injections, medication administration, and IV insertion.
  • Assisted with inventory and stocking of storeroom.
  • Assisted with preparation of learning lab for weekly simulation activities.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep registered nurses informed of changes.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.

Student Nurse Extern

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV, and IM routes with supervision of registered nurse.
  • Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
09.2018 - 02.2019
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Employed mobility devices such as Hoyer Lifts to transfer patients from the bed to a wheelchair, following all facility procedures to prevent injury.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Binghamton University
Vestal, NY
05.2021

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Infection control and aseptic procedures
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Health assessment of clients
  • Patient-centered care
  • Wound care and sterile technique

Certification

Basic Life Support-205504218926

Narcan Training

ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph's Physicians
02.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

United Health Services Wilson Medical Center
08.2021 - 02.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021

Student Lab Assistant

Binghamton University
08.2020 - 05.2021

Student Nurse Extern

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2020 - 08.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
09.2018 - 02.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Binghamton University

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