Michele Medina
Altamonte Springs,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with focus on Medical-Surgical Unit. Background includes patient care coordination, post-surgery recovery and discharge planning. Strengths include critical thinking, time management and communication skills. Made significant impact in previous roles by improving patient satisfaction and streamlining workflow processes. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices and advocate for patients, ensuring optimal recovery and emotional support. Skilled in IV medication administration and committed to enhancing community health through collaboration and education. Dedicated professional skilled in providing exceptional care to patients within high-volume settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
Saint Louis, MO
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare-Christian Hospital
St. Louis, MO
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya Health Care-Barnes Jewish Hospital
St Louis, MO
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System
Daytona Beach, FL
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Herzing University
Orlando, FL03-2022
Associate of Arts - Medical Transcription
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05-2007
Skills
- Medical Interpreting into Spanish
- Infectious disease control
- Nursing Assessment and Evaluation
- Chart updating
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Vaccine administration
- IV Insertion
- IV Medication Administration
- Evidence Based Practice
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
10.2024 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare-Christian Hospital
03.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aya Health Care-Barnes Jewish Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System
10.2022 - 10.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Herzing University
Associate of Arts - Medical Transcription
Valencia College
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