Michael Ellis
Memphis,TN
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Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in direct patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Christ Community Health Service
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols
- Coordinated patient schedules, optimizing workflow efficiency for healthcare team
- Conducted training sessions for new LPNs, enhancing team competency and performance
- Assisted in developing patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Implemented strategies to improve patient satisfaction scores through feedback analysis
- Resolved conflict among staff members, fostering a collaborative work environment
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives within the department without compromising the quality of nursing services provided.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies closely, ordering necessary items promptly to prevent shortages.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals effectively, ensuring seamless coordination between departments during patient transfers or consultations.
- Ensured efficiency in nursing services, delegating tasks according to individual skillsets and expertise.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing stringent protocols for medication administration and documentation.
- Promoted a positive work environment, fostering collaboration among team members and boosting morale.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regional One - Med Surg
Memphis, TN
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Haven Detox
West Memphis, AR
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Assessed patients for risk of withdrawal symptoms and provided appropriate interventions.
- Monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety during detoxification process.
- Provided emotional support to help patients cope with anxiety and depression associated with detoxification.
- Educated patients on the importance of following a healthy diet and lifestyle after detoxification.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician to reduce withdrawal symptoms or cravings during detoxification period.
- Performed physical assessments on patients to determine level of intoxication or drug overdose.
- Evaluated progress of patients throughout the detoxification process and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care including assessments, treatments, medications administered, progress notes.
- Assisted in crisis intervention when necessary.
- Provided education about the dangers of substance abuse and ways to avoid it.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
West Memphis, AR
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of physical, mental and behavioral health.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and implemented safety protocols as necessary.
- Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to help patients develop coping mechanisms and social skills.
- Facilitated psychoeducational classes on topics such as stress management, communication, anger management.
- Performed crisis intervention when needed to deescalate volatile situations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes and clinical assessments utilizing Electronic Health Records.
- Attended multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Adhered to ethical principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence and justice while providing nursing care.
- Worked closely with psychiatrists and other medical staff members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Created a safe environment that promoted trust among patients and families during their hospital stay.
- Cared for acutely ill psychiatric patients who were experiencing psychotic episodes or severe depression.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
Education
Nursing
12-2022
Skills
- IV Certified
- Physical And Psychological Evaluations
- Patient Reaction Monitoring
- Medical Reporting
- Patient Classification
- Disease Prevention
- Preventive Medicine
- Recording Vital Signs
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical/Surgical Nursing
- Direct Nursing Care
- Daily Patient Care
- Nursing Workflow Management
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Patient Communication
- Caring For Wounds
- Performing Immunizations
- Hipaa And Confidentiality
Certification
- License Number 100180
- IV Certification
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
other
Timeline
LPN - Christ Community Health Service
03.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Regional One - Med Surg
03.2024 - 09.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - The Haven Detox
01.2024 - 06.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
11.2022 - 12.2023
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - , Nursing