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Michaelyn Grantham

Arcadia

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Desoto Memorial Hospital, skilled in critical thinking and proficient in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective triage. Proven ability to mentor staff and implement infection control measures, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Pediatric Health Choice
Sarasota
04.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients according to established protocols.
  • Educated families on care plans and health management strategies for children.
  • Assisted in the implementation of infection control measures in the pediatric unit.
  • Provided emotional support to children and families during challenging medical situations.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Desoto Memorial Hospital
Arcadia
06.2023 - Current
  • Conducted thorough adult and pediatric patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Demonstrated competency in the utilization of various medical equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and infusion pumps for accurate patient assessments and treatments.

Nursing Technician

Desoto Memorial Hospital
Arcadia
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Obtained and documented vital signs, collected lab specimens, drew blood, inserted Foley catheters, NG tubes, and IVs under supervision of nurse.
  • Assisted MD with central line placements and intubations.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

South Florida State College
Avon Park, FL
05.2023

Associate of Arts -

South Florida State College
Avon Park, FL
12.2020

Skills

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Infection control measures
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Charge nurse
  • Triage and assess acuity levels
  • critical thinking
  • Performing EKGs

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Pediatric Health Choice
04.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Desoto Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - Current

Nursing Technician

Desoto Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - 06.2023

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

South Florida State College

Associate of Arts -

South Florida State College