Michael Vaillancourt
St Hedwig,Texas
Summary
Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology. Prior experience as an LPN aiding me in my new endeavors as a registered nurse. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Registered Nurse
Galen College
San Antonio, TX
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and accurate medication administration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding treatment plans.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Participated in the development of evidence-based nursing interventions, contributing to improved clinical practice.
- Streamlined communication among team members by effectively utilizing electronic health records and documenting pertinent patient information.
- Advanced skills in administering IV medications and performing venipuncture with minimal discomfort for patients.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient conditions and escalating concerns when necessary for timely intervention.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by managing time effectively and prioritizing tasks according to patient needs.
- Gained proficiency in various diagnostic tests such as EKGs or blood glucose monitoring devices that aided in the identification of patient conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse, PCU
Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
09.2020 - 11.2023
- Enhanced patient care by assessing, planning, and implementing individualized nursing interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Provided high-quality care to critically ill patients by administering medications and performing diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated patient education on disease management, medication administration, and self-care techniques for optimal health outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation processes, sharing expertise in PCU nursing practice and fostering professional growth.
- Expedited critical medical interventions through timely recognition of early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications.
- Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Identified patient needs based on objective data and followed through with appropriate documentation.
- Charted nurse's notes to reflect care provided to resident and resident's responses to care and intervention.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Educated patients and families about medications and treatment instructions to facilitate continuum of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, and case managers, to facilitate coordinated care strategies.
- Utilized advanced clinical knowledge to assess complex patient conditions accurately while remaining abreast of advances in the nursing field.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic health records systems to support continuity of care across multidisciplinary team members.
- Streamlined nursing workflows by efficiently managing time, prioritizing tasks, and delegating responsibilities as needed.
- Served as a strong advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their preferences were respected in all aspects of their healthcare experience.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to implement treatment plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs.
- Ensured safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of best practices in nursing care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- 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.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Medical Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
03.2018 - 09.2020
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services to medical surgical patients.
- Reduced risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and promptly addressing patient concerns.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathetic listening, and prompt resolution of issues.
- Improved quality of care with thorough documentation of patient conditions, treatments, and responses to interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal treatment plans and positive patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated keen attention to detail while conducting head-to-toe assessments on medical surgical patients.
- Expedited recovery times by implementing appropriate wound care measures and providing timely pain management.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments, ensuring proper execution of orders for better patient outcomes.
- Minimized potential medication errors by verifying orders and carefully administering prescribed therapies as directed by physicians.
- Fostered a trusting relationship with patients'' families by addressing their concerns and keeping them informed about the patients'' progress.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Evaluated nursing practices continually for improvement opportunities based on current evidence-based guidelines within the Medical Surgical field.
- Skillfully managed high-stress situations during emergency codes or rapid response events within the unit or hospital-wide setting.
- Served as a resource to new hires or nursing students in the Medical Surgical unit, sharing knowledge and providing guidance on best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX03.2024
Licensure - Practical Nursing
US ARMY 68C/Licensed Practical Nurse.
El Paso, TX03.2018
High School Diploma -
Hiram W. Johnson High School
Sacramento, CA05.2011
Skills
- Disease Prevention
- Compassion and Empathy
- End of life care
- Clinical judgment
- Health Promotion
- Self-Reflection and Improvement
- Lab testing procedures
- Medical Records Management
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Telemetry monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Care Plan Management
- Punctual and Reliable
- Nursing Assessments
- Patient Education
- Pain assessment
- Vital signs
- Catheter Care
- Wound Management
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Advocacy
- Infection control standards
- Test Results Review
- Flexible Schedule
- Compassionate communication
- Personal Care
- Team Leadership
- Patient Assessment
- Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Physician Collaboration
- Care plan implementation
- Patient records
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Bedside charting
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Wound Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Test Interpretations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patient and family advocacy
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Self Motivation
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- Licensed [Registered Nurse] - [Pending NCLEX April2024]
- Licensed [Licensed Practical Nurse] - [Active/ Expires: 30Sep2025
- [BLS Certified} - [Expires: 01April2025]
Timeline
Student Registered Nurse
Galen College
01.2023 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse, PCU
Brooke Army Medical Center
09.2020 - 11.2023
Medical Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse
Brooke Army Medical Center
03.2018 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Licensure - Practical Nursing
US ARMY 68C/Licensed Practical Nurse.
High School Diploma -
Hiram W. Johnson High School