Michael Demchak
Middletown,NY
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience in management and emergency response. Skilled in developing standard operating guidelines, clinical guidelines, and educational activities for emergency and hospital personnel. Proven track record in preparing for site-surveys from JCAHO, DOH, and AACC within the hospital environment. Known for leading with compassion and strong clinical judgment, resulting in enhanced patient care and operational efficiency at Bon Secour Community Hospital. Expertise in patient and family advocacy, coupled with nursing staff leadership, demonstrates the ability to deliver exceptional healthcare outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Bon Secour Community Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Responsible for all aspects of operations including staffing, emergency response, staff and visitor problem mediation, bed management, etc
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Municipal Training Officer, Lieutenant
City of Middletown NY Fire Department
01.2021 - Current
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
- Boosted team morale and collaboration through effective communication strategies and team-building exercises during training sessions.
- Developed strong relationships with department managers to align training initiatives with business goals and priorities.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed trainings, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
Lieutenant, Career Firefighter
City of Middletown NY Fire Department
02.2014 - 01.2021
- Responsible for all aspects of shift operations including personal management, training, liaison for other organizations and public interaction
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
President of Collective Bargaining Unit
Middletown Professional Firefighter's Association
02.2014 - 02.2022
- The unit responsible for the maintenance of the collective bargaining agreement for the City of Middletown career firefighters
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Career Firefighter
City of Middletown NY Fire Department
02.2005 - 02.2014
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit
Crystal Run Healthcare Ambulatory Surgery Center
09.2020 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital
06.2016 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath. Lab
Morristown Medical Center (Travel Contract)
07.2013 - 09.2016
Register Nurse, Electrophysiology
Mt. Sinai St. Luke’s (Travel Contract)
04.2014 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Crystal Run Healthcare
09.2011 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Orange Regional Medical Center
12.2002 - 09.2012
Education
Master’s - Business Administration
Purdue Global
Chicago, IL01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2013
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY01.2002
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Management
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
- Board Certified Emergency Nurse
- Board Eligible for Cardiac Medicine Certification
- ENA TNCC
- AHA ACLS, PALS, BLS
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800, HCS 100 and HCS 200
- Nationally Certified Firefighter 1 and 2
- Nationally Certified Fire Instructor 2
- Nationally Certified Fire Officer 3
- New York, 534403
- New Jersey, 26NR13402600
Academicappointments
- Orange County Fire Training Center, 1998-2016, Fire Service Instructor Level 2 (County Fire Instructor)
- Bon Secour Community Health System, 2011-2014, Adjunct American Heart Association Faculty
- Rockland County Community College, 1999-2002, Adjunct Clinical Faculty; Paramedic Program
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Bon Secour Community Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Municipal Training Officer, Lieutenant
City of Middletown NY Fire Department
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit
Crystal Run Healthcare Ambulatory Surgery Center
09.2020 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital
06.2016 - 03.2020
Register Nurse, Electrophysiology
Mt. Sinai St. Luke’s (Travel Contract)
04.2014 - 04.2015
Lieutenant, Career Firefighter
City of Middletown NY Fire Department
02.2014 - 01.2021
President of Collective Bargaining Unit
Middletown Professional Firefighter's Association
02.2014 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath. Lab
Morristown Medical Center (Travel Contract)
07.2013 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Crystal Run Healthcare
09.2011 - 08.2013
Career Firefighter
City of Middletown NY Fire Department
02.2005 - 02.2014
Registered Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Orange Regional Medical Center
12.2002 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
Orange County Community College
Master’s - Business Administration
Purdue Global
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