Michele Anderson
Chippewa Falls,WI
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in hospital and long-term care settings, specializing in training and preceptorship. Recognized as a reliable resource for staff development and support, fostering a collaborative work environment. Committed to delivering compassionate care while motivating colleagues to pursue excellence in healthcare delivery.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA Instructor, Medication Aide Instructor, CPR/First Aide Instructor, BLS Instructor
Healthcare Workforce Training Institute
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
07.2021 - Current
- Coordinated and executed Medication Aide certifications across Wisconsin.
- Managed student records and state submissions to ensure compliance.
Staff RN and CNA Instructor
Chippewa Manor
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Care for Long-term residents and sub-acute rehab patients
RN Case Manager
Mayo Clinic Health System
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Utilization Review for new and continued stay patients
- Assess new and existing patients for discharge needs as their health condition changes
- Coordinate with providers, transitional care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, and pharmacies for post-acute care needs.
Nursing Education Specialist
Mayo Clinic Health System
01.2008 - 10.2019
- Successfully oriented over 50 Inpatient Behavioral Health staff members.
- Increased staff knowledge and competence in the care of patients using various instructional designs
- Intervention for mental illness symptoms.
- Care of the patient in withdrawal from alcohol
- De-escalation techniques for potentially violent patient behavior
- Restraint prevention and usage when necessary
- Ensured practice changes were evidenced based by serving two terms as Co-chair on the Nursing Practice Committee.
- Facilitated workgroups to improve evidenced based care across the Northwest Wisconsin Region
Staff Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
06.2005 - 01.2008
- Provided safe, competent, and outcome driven care to patients suffering from mental illness and addictions.
- Charge Nurse
- Coached co-workers with best practices in medical care they were unfamiliar with.
- Followed up with patients post discharge to ensure needs are met post hospitalization.
Staff Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
10.2002 - 06.2005
- Provided safe, competent and outcome driven care to cardiac thoracic surgery patients.
- Ensured patient and family education was understood prior to discharge.
- Charge Nurse
- Preceptor for new RNs
Unit Manager
Extendicare
08.1998 - 08.2002
- Actively ensured exemplary operations of a 30-bed rehabilitation unit
- Supported 25 employees with orientation, 1:1 coaching, and continuing feedback for ongoing development and expertise.
- Ensured care standards and regulatory compliance were met by close review of records and by guiding staff in best practices.
- Slashed fall rates by 50% by teaching staff prevention techniques.
- No deficiencies or complaints were found on units I managed.
Education
MSN - Nursing Education
Western Governor’s University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2017
BSN - Nursing
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI01.2014
ADN - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI01.1992
Skills
- SMART coaching for patient safety
- LEAN coaching
- Process improvement strategies
Certification
Registered Nurse
Timeline
CNA Instructor, Medication Aide Instructor, CPR/First Aide Instructor, BLS Instructor
Healthcare Workforce Training Institute
07.2021 - Current
Staff RN and CNA Instructor
Chippewa Manor
04.2020 - 07.2021
RN Case Manager
Mayo Clinic Health System
12.2019 - 04.2020
Nursing Education Specialist
Mayo Clinic Health System
01.2008 - 10.2019
Staff Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
06.2005 - 01.2008
Staff Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
10.2002 - 06.2005
Unit Manager
Extendicare
08.1998 - 08.2002
MSN - Nursing Education
Western Governor’s University
BSN - Nursing
Viterbo University
ADN - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College