Michaela Anne Menasco
Registered Nurse
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Organized and dependable, with years of acute inpatient care and patient-centered care experience. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Care
John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center
04.2017 - Current
- Actively collaborating with physicians/NPs/RNs/PTs/OTs/SLPs for the patient's optimal care and wellness goals.
- Administering medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitoring responses.
- Monitoring patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- A Unit Based Council Member: Participating in the Cardiovascular and Thoracic Care Unit's monthly council meetings. Researching and implementing evidence-based practice projects, and promoting Unit morale.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Dignity Health, French Hospital Medical Center
06.2014 - 10.2016
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Supported pain management through administration of prescribed medications.
- Educated patients and caregivers on nature of diagnosis and specifics of treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Dignity Health, Marian Regional Medical Center
07.2010 - 06.2014
- Monitored condition and performance of cardiac equipment, executing routine maintenance and scheduling repairs.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Neurophysiology Technician
Dr. Mary Amir, Central Coast Neurology
01.2004 - 08.2006
- Performed vital signs, Cognitive Assessments, and Nerve Conduction studies on patients.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
12.2006
Skills
- Obtaining & Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Assessments
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Clear Patient Communication
- Time Management
- Performing & Interpreting EKGs
- Chest Pain Management
- Intravenous Therapy
- Wound Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Patient Education
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Epic Systems
Affiliations
American Heart Association
ACLS Instructor
For 2+ years instructed ACLS and BLS certification classes for healthcare professionals.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Care - John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center
04.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit - Dignity Health, French Hospital Medical Center
06.2014 - 10.2016
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry - Dignity Health, Marian Regional Medical Center
07.2010 - 06.2014
Neurophysiology Technician - Dr. Mary Amir, Central Coast Neurology
01.2004 - 08.2006
University of San Francisco - Master of Science, Nursing
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo - Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
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