Michael Parrish

Effectively managed the Wound and Infection Prevention programs at an inpatient rehabilitation facility resulting in exceptional quality metrics and patient outcomes. Developed and collaboratively implemented programs with an emphasis on standardization and patient care. Participated in facility leadership efforts including problem-solving discussions and patient rounding. Performed duties such as Joint Commission preparedness activities, auditing, supply management and coordination, education, just-in-time interventions, governmental reporting and productivity interventions.

• Led the nursing program for the facility from admission to discharge including supply management, wound program management, infection prevention, quality improvement efforts and care coordination.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
• Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and disciplinary interventions as needed.
• Evaluated product and technological interventions, recommending appropriate innovations for adoption within the department to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.

• Developed and improved infection control procedures.
• Provided vaccinations, processed samples and completed employee screenings
• Gathered and submitted data to regulatory agencies for mandatory report infections
• Reviewed relevant literature to stay current on emerging trends and advances in the field of infection prevention, incorporating findings into daily practice, including staff and patient education sessions
• Reviewed charts, completed infection risk assessments and improved processes

• Works on a multidisciplinary team to provide quality, standards-based care, according to policies and guidelines. Responsible for planning and working with a healthcare team, often in high-intensity situations, to ensure patient and staff safety. Frequent interactions that require creativity and communication-based de-escalation techniques.

• Successfully completed over 700 hours of precepted clinical rotations working in Neurology, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Adult Psychiatry, INCU, Oncology, and ICU functioning in the role of an RN in direct patient care.

• Performed collaborative and independent intervention with a general medical patient population. Assisted with patient mobility and utilized Epic documentation to record and relay information. Led to positive unit improvements through leadership-based intiatives.

• Interacted in direct patient care and assisted them in activities of daily life with astrong emphasis on detailed documentation and critical thinking. Performed the duties of a CNA including collecting vital signs and protecting patient safety.