MICHELE KNIGHT
Spotswood,NJ
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional poised for a nursing role, with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care. Proficient in clinical assessments, medication administration, and comprehensive education for staff, patients, and families, fostering positive health outcomes. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability in fast-paced healthcare environments, ensuring seamless integration within diverse teams. Committed to reliability and results-driven practices that prioritize patient well-being and contribute to overall team success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Manager for Adult Skilled Nursing
Bayada Home Care
Tinton Falls, NJ
05.2021 - Current
- Implemented training programs and simulations to enhance nursing skills and ensure high-quality client care in home environments.
- Facilitated ongoing professional development for nursing staff to elevate competence and confidence in quality care delivery.
- Executed routine performance evaluations, delivering constructive feedback to enhance nursing staff performance.
- Directed nursing team to elevate patient care quality and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive care plans, ensuring tailored interventions for diverse patient populations.
- Guided families in enhancing communication strategies.
- Facilitated patient self-advocacy within family dynamics and treatment planning.
- Educated patients and families on anticipated treatment results and discharge protocols, acting as a vital resource for effective recovery.
- Conducted weekly reviews of charts to ensure adherence to quality control standards.
- Monitored adherence to regulatory guidelines to ensure optimal safety and care practices.
- Engaged with interdisciplinary teams to streamline coordination and improve the effectiveness of comprehensive care services.
- Conducted field-based clinical visits to monitor client health progress and compliance with established care plans.
- Facilitated case openings and discharges to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Manage 175 nurses across 40 different clients.
Field Nurse
Bayada Home Care
Tinton Falls, NJ
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Administered patient care plans and monitored vital signs for diverse home health clients. Achieved optimal patient care by delivering skilled nursing services in home settings, consistently reporting clinical observations to managers and primary care teams for informed decision-making.
- Conducted patient assessments, documenting vital signs and health status accurately.
- Delivered end-of-life care focused on respecting patient preferences and dignity while effectively managing pain levels to support comfort during critical times.
- Utilized wound care strategies to promote rapid recovery and enhance patient outcomes.
- Executed prescribed medication and treatment plans to ensure patient care and recovery.
- Facilitated comprehensive support and care for individuals undergoing recovery from acute incidents and addressing chronic conditions.
- Delivered targeted therapies and medications to ensure adherence to physician directives and optimize patient care.
- Facilitated patient engagement in daily living activities to enhance independence.
- Delivered emotional support and compassionate companionship to patients and families.
- Provided comprehensive information to patients and families to enhance understanding of disease processes and treatment protocols.
- Ensured compliance with stringent regulatory requirements for home health nursing through diligent adherence to established policies, procedures, and documentation standards.
- Provided compassionate and attentive nursing care during home visits to enhance overall patient satisfaction.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary team members to deliver comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
Staff Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center
Perth Amboy
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Executed all facets of patient care in ICU/CCU step-down telemetry unit, including assessment, medication administration, wound care, monitoring, and documentation
- Managed care for up to six patients per shift on telemetry unit, up to ten on med-surg unit.
- Administered and monitored pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to optimize patient outcomes for a range of disorders and diseases.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Acted as a liaison to bridge gaps between patients and physicians, promoting thorough understanding of prescribed treatment plans.
- Guaranteed adherence to HIPAA regulations and standards.
- Delivered comprehensive instructions on illness management and discharge procedures to enhance patient recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
04-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ05-2015
Skills
- Health education delivery
- Leadership in healthcare supervision
- Sound judgment and reasoning skills
- Effective medication management
- Patient management for tracheostomy and ventilation
- Ostomy management
- Tube feeding management
- Family support initiatives
- Wound management
- Care plan design
- Home-based patient care
Accomplishments
- Registered Nurse in NJ, License number 26NR18126000
- BSN 2021
- American Heart Association CPR Certification for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
- Bayada HERO Award recipient 2021
Affiliations
- Phi Theta Kappa 2013
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Manager for Adult Skilled Nursing
Bayada Home Care
05.2021 - Current
Field Nurse
Bayada Home Care
01.2018 - 05.2021
Staff Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center
09.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Middlesex County College