Michael Rhodes
Hamden,CT
Summary
Dedicated Staff Nurse with a proven track record at Yale New Haven Health System, excelling in patient education and compassionate care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient safety through effective medication administration and infection control. Known for fostering trust with patients and families while collaborating closely with healthcare teams to deliver evidence-based care. Hardworking nursing professional bringing 20+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to medical / surgical patients. Knowledgeable about strict requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
07.1999 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing
Bridgeport, CT07.1999
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control measures
- Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Patient Care
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Enteral Feeding
- Delegation Abilities
- HIPAA Compliance
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Patient confidentiality
- Compassionate Care
- Central Line Care
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
07.1999 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing