Michael Kalafatis
Jasper,TX
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
ER RN
Woodland Heights Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
- High volume Level 4 trauma center caring for patients of all ages
- MedHost EDIS system
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
ER Tech
Woodland Heights Medical Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
CNA
Shady Acres Health & Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
Timber Ridge Health & Rehab Center
12.2020 - 01.2021
Mechanic
Jasper Outboard Sales & Services
01.2016 - 08.2020
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Basic Life Support
Clinical Judgment
Discharge Planning
Quality Improvement
Patient Management
Emergency Response
Certification
BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
ER RN
Woodland Heights Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
ER Tech
Woodland Heights Medical Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
CNA
Timber Ridge Health & Rehab Center
12.2020 - 01.2021
CNA
Shady Acres Health & Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 06.2021
Mechanic
Jasper Outboard Sales & Services
01.2016 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Texas Baptist University
05.2001 -