Michael Scheid

• Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
• Coordinated staffing schedules to maintain adequate coverage for patient needs.
• Implemented training programs for new nurses to enhance skills and competencies.

* trained and oriented new hire staff to supervisory positions

* completed and submitted required administrative reports tracking staff utilization and productivity and patient census information

• Resolved conflicts among staff or patients to promote a positive work environment.
• Facilitated communication between departments to streamline operations and procedures.
• Coordinated scheduling of staff to meet departmental needs.
• Resolved conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner.
• Investigated complaints from patients regarding their care experience.
• Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for high-risk patients.
• Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
• Investigated and reported accidents, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
• Ensured that all nursing personnel are familiar with hospital policies and regulations.
• Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.
• Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients, and visitors.
• Advised nursing managers on strategies for improving operational efficiency.

• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and comfort.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to create patient care plans.

* trained, precepted and oriented new hire RNs to the ICU critical care setting

• Assisted in emergency procedures to stabilize patients' conditions.
• Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
• Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.