Michael stanifer
durango
Summary
Experienced RN Charge Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, and education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective care plan development and strong clinical judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Charge Nurse
Cottonwood Health Care
Durango
12.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes in vital signs and symptoms accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment plans, and preventive care practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and hospital policies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and patient safety standards.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability and compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Lead RN
Valor Health Care
Durango, CO
12.2016 - 06.2023
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and high-quality patient care standards.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans, enhancing overall treatment efficiency and effectiveness.
- Led training sessions for new nurses, fostering skill development and promoting team collaboration.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
- Evaluated nursing protocols regularly, driving continuous improvement in clinical practices across the department.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of high-quality, compassionate care.
- Managed complex patient cases, coordinating care across multiple departments and specialties.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College
Durango, CO05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry/Secondary Education
Western University
Gunnison, CO05-1992
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care plan development
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse
Cottonwood Health Care
12.2023 - Current
Lead RN
Valor Health Care
12.2016 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry/Secondary Education
Western University