Michaela Corcoran
Norristown,PA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP, and Pediatric Special Care Inc., excelling in direct patient care and complex problem-solving. Leveraged expertise in medication administration and patient education to enhance treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction. Adept at fostering professional growth among peers and advocating effectively for patients and their families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Special Care Inc.
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided direct quality bedside care to patients, which included daily assessments, monitoring, recording, and the ongoing evaluation of a population with advanced and complex medical conditions
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Pennsylvania State University
Abington, PA12-2018
Associate of Nursing -
Aria Health School of Nursing
Trevose, PA06-2018
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Medication Administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Precepting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Chronic Disease Management
- Critical Care
- Medical evaluation
- Family advocacy
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Training - Precepted new nurses, delivering training on hospital policies and procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Special Care Inc.
09.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Nursing -
Pennsylvania State University
Associate of Nursing -
Aria Health School of Nursing
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