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Michael Godsey

Imperial,United States

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination. 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. Has distinguished knowledge of hospital workplaces and training in evidence based care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

County Of San Diego Psychiatric Hospital
09.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
  • Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
  • Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
  • Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
  • Suggested appropriate disposition to acting physicians based on assessment.

Charge Nurse

Imperial Heights Healthcare & Wellness Center
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
  • Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of new policies and procedures to improve healthcare quality.
  • Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

Volunteer Covid Screening

Riverside University Health System Medical Center
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Adhered to appropriate standards, protocols and PPE requirements, lending resources to improve patient understanding.
  • Assessed patient vitals prior to procedure to ascertain state of health.
  • Interviewed clients to document symptoms and potential exposure risk.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
  • Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Coast University
Ontario, CA
10.2021

Associate of Science - Biology

Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA
08.2019

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Duty Delegation
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Healthcare Ethics
  • Catheter Maintenance
  • Wound Management
  • Direct Nursing Care
  • HIPAA Protocol Adherence
  • Medication Administration
  • Monitor Vital Signs

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Timeline

Registered Nurse

County Of San Diego Psychiatric Hospital
09.2023 - Current

Charge Nurse

Imperial Heights Healthcare & Wellness Center
07.2022 - 08.2023

Volunteer Covid Screening

Riverside University Health System Medical Center
04.2021 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Coast University

Associate of Science - Biology

Imperial Valley College

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