Michele Ieraci, RN,MSN,APRN
Canfield,OH
Summary
Accomplished Adult Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at Pulmonary Rehabilitation Associates, excelling in pulmonary care and acute patient management. Skilled in advanced diagnostics and chronic disease management, alongside exceptional collaborative abilities. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and comprehensive education. Expert in pulmonary consultation and adept at leading team training.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Associates
11.2010 - Current
- AANP certified Nurse Practitioner with a focus in pulmonary and acute care patient populations.
- Self started who works collaboratively with physicians in a private pulmonary practice serving patient populations at Mercy Bon Secours Youngstown & Boardman Campuses, Select Specialty Long Term Acute Care Youngstown Hospitals, and CHS Niles and Caprice Inspira long term skilled nursing facilities .
- Assessment of patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions. Providing care based on evidence based medicine model.
- On average, seeing approximately 20 patients daily in an acute hospital setting. This includes those suffering from complex pulmonary and cardiovascular diseases. Some examples include management of sleep disorders, COPD, asthma, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung diseases, Covid 19 related pulmonary fibrosis, mechanical ventilators, chest tubes, intravenous medications for management of sepsis, pneumonia, and respiratory failure.
- Care of patients in long term acute care facility and long term care facility with complex medical problems requiring ventilator support and management of tracheostomy and other airway devices such as non invasive ventilators.
- Explanation of medication actions and side effects, education to patients and their families related to their illness: COPD, sleep apnea, asthma, lung cancer, and other pulmonary related diseases.
- Preceptor for fellow NP’s in training. Training of new co-worker NP’s.
- Discussion of end of life care with patients and families.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Northside Medical Center Forum Health
07.1998 - 09.2010
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements in post operative cardiothoracic and surgical ICU patient population.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for emergent procedures when needed.
- Management of vasoactive IV medications for blood pressure support, inotropes, care of those requiring post operative continuous dialysis at bedside, intraaortic balloon pump for treatment of cardiogenic shock
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills while working with multiple providers including surgery, anesthesia, and respiratory staff.
- Provided support and education on post-surgical care to patients and family members.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored for signs of sepsis and wound infection.
Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic ICU and Step Down
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
10.1994 - 10.1998
- Along with above stated responsibilities in the ICU environment, there was also care of high acuity patients in this tertiary center that included management of post operative heart and lung transplant populations, and those with left ventricular assist device awaiting transplant. Other rare medical conditions-those with Marfan syndrome suffering aortic dissection, heart failure related to post partum cardiomyopathy, and those with valvular heart diseases considered high risk requiring repeat surgical intervention.
- Patient and family teaching post transplant of medications and lifestyle changes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment collaborating closely with the surgical service.
- Skilled at time management, working independently and collaboratively in a team environment with nursing co-workers.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Masters Of Science In Nursing - Adult Nurse Practitioner
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2010
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH06.1994
Skills
- Pulmonary Consultation and hospital follow up documentation requiring thorough history taking
- Advanced level diagnosis and treatment of rare medical conditions including autoimmune disorders affecting the pulmonary system
- Preventive Care recommending age appropriate vaccinations against influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and pneumonia
- Pertinent Laboratory Testing and interpretation including PFTs , oxygen testing, and sleep studies
- Chronic Disease Management including surveillance of lung nodules, lung cancer screening, based on appropriate evidence based guidelines
- Prescription Management upon hospital discharge Prescription refills and ordering DME equipment
- Precepting for fellow NP’s and training of new NP co-workers
Affiliations
American Association of Advanced Practice Nurses 2010-present
Member of OAAPN (Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses) 2010-present
Affiliate Member of American College of Chest Physicians- present
Certification
AANP Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification- A0610016.
Registered Nurse State of Ohio- RN 253810
Certificate to Prescribe 11620
DEA number MI 22442559
NPI number 1467769935
Timeline
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Associates
11.2010 - Current
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Northside Medical Center Forum Health
07.1998 - 09.2010
Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic ICU and Step Down
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
10.1994 - 10.1998
Masters Of Science In Nursing - Adult Nurse Practitioner
Kent State University
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Youngstown State University
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