Michael P. Bowden
Crossville,TN
Summary
Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and more than 10 years of healthcare experience across urgent care, outpatient clinics, correctional health, and long-term care settings. Skilled in wound care, medication administration, and clinical staff training. Dedicated to delivering patient-focused care that helps patients feel heard, respected, and supported while promoting safe and efficient clinical operations in a fast paced environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse
Fast Pace Urgent Care
, TN
11.2022 - Current
- Train and support new clinical staff on workflows, clinical procedures, and patient care standards.
- Perform patient assessments, obtain vital signs and health histories, and assist with triage in a high-volume urgent care setting.
- Provide wound care, phlebotomy services, point-of-care testing, drug and alcohol screening, and orthopedic interventions including splints, casts, and walking boots.
- Maintain infection control standards, clinical supplies, and exam room readiness to support efficient patient care operations.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Clinical Trainer
Cookeville VA Outpatient Clinic
, TN
08.2018 - 09.2022
- Served as a lead trainer for COVID-19 vaccine administration and clinic protocols across multiple outpatient locations.
- Coordinated patient care and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve clinic workflow and patient access.
- Provided patient assessments, diabetic education, wound care, post-hospital follow-up, and chronic disease support.
- Maintained clinical readiness through inventory management, infection prevention practices, and quality patient care.
Maintenance Supervisor / Clinic Sanitation
R&B Building Maintenance (VA)
, TN
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Oversaw sanitation for multiple VA satellite clinics, including daily cleaning, disinfection, and supply management.
- Trained staff in equipment operation and coordinated with off-site supervisors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Health Partners
, TN
04.2015 - 06.2018
- Managed medication administration and healthcare services in a correctional setting while maintaining strict security protocols.
- Conducted assessments, sick calls, lab work, wound care, and emergency interventions under standing orders.
- Maintained accurate documentation and monitored patient status to support continuity of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse (Correctional Contract Nurse)
Supplemental Healthcare
, NC
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Administered medications, provided wound care, and performed regular labs/vital signs monitoring using digital charting (Hero system).
- Delivered emergency medical treatment while maintaining security protocols in a correctional environment.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Overton County Nursing Home
, TN
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Provided skilled nursing care including IV therapy, wound care, tracheostomy care, and enteral feeding.
- Managed medication administration and supported end-of-life care planning with patients and families.
- Supervised nursing assistants and coordinated care for elderly and long-term care residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2026
Practical Nurse Diploma -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Livingston, TN08-2014
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care & Orthopedic Casting
- Phlebotomy & Lab Testing
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- EHR Documentation (Experity, Athena, CPRS)
- Triage
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee, 03/29
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified, 04/27
- DOT Urine Drug Screen (UDS) Certified
- Breath Alcohol Test BAT Certified
- IV Therapy Certified
License
Tennessee, 295164
Credentials
- BSN
- RN
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse
Fast Pace Urgent Care
11.2022 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor / Clinic Sanitation
R&B Building Maintenance (VA)
06.2019 - 06.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse / Clinical Trainer
Cookeville VA Outpatient Clinic
08.2018 - 09.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse (Correctional Contract Nurse)
Supplemental Healthcare
06.2017 - 12.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Health Partners
04.2015 - 06.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Overton County Nursing Home
09.2014 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Practical Nurse Diploma -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology