Michele Henry

Work History

Marquette University College Of Nursing

08.2023 - Current

Educated nursing students on successful methods for performing assessments on acute care patients and medication administration techniques.
Educated nursing students in a simulated environment for critical care and home care.
Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
Trained [Number] students to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives.

College Of Lake County

01.2021 - Current

Instructed nursing students on school nursing and led clinical groups of students in the school setting with school nurses from school districts in the area.
Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
Educated nursing students on successful methods for performing both focused and head-to-toe assessments on patients of all ages and atraumatic techniques.
Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
Trained 45-55 students to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives.
Provided individualized instruction to struggling pupils.
Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
Stayed current on advances in biological science and incorporated into curriculum.

Herzing University

09.2016 - 08.2023

Lectured about Community and Public Health Nursing which included School Nursing, Pediatric Health Care in all settings, Growth and Development, Global Health, Health Assessment, and Health Assessment lab.
Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
Clinical Instruction in all environments including, school nursing, simulation, community after school programs, community centers, and hospital.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Bryant And Stratton

08.2015 - 10.2016

Educated nursing students on successful methods for performing health assessments and therapeutic communication techniques.
Lectured about the fundamentals of nursing which included the nursing process, nursing care plans, and safe medication administration.
Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
Collaborated with other preceptors and instructors to enhance student experience.
Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.

Horizon Home Care And Hospice

01.2014 - 08.2015

Organized short-term educational programs such as lectures and workshops to address specific clinical topics.
Remained up to date on clinical protocols, procedures and developments within home care and hospice care to serve as informational resource to home care staff.
Assessed educational needs of trainees and researched clinical instruction trends to develop educational curriculum and competency tools for clinical procedures.
Demonstrated appropriate use of equipment such as hoyer lift, body mechanics in moving patients, patient skin care, central line port access, foley insertion, foley care, home care protocols, and wound care and provided operational guidance to registered nurses and certified nursing assistants.
Worked with certified nursing assistants taking care of patients in their homes in both home care and hospice environments.
Evaluated patient care systems for potential areas of improvement such as training and mentoring certified nursing assistants and proposed solutions and consequent curriculum adjustments.
Developed a new program for certified nursing assistants to be oriented, trained, and mentored to improve job performance and retention.

Elmbrook School District

02.2004 - 01.2014

Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
Oversaw health services for school of 7,500 students and faculty.
Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting vision and hearing evaluations.
Grant-writing to assist in the education of special education parents and to develop better communication between physician, parents, and school.