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Michele Speicher

Avondale,AZ

Summary

Compassionate dedicated Registered nurse with 36 years experience in caring for patients, in both hospital and outpatient settings. Seasoned nursing professional with years of valuable experience in caring for women, as demonstrated by the decades of work experience in the area of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with a caring and empathetic approach. Efficient, organized and committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Equipped with specialized clinical knowledge as well as outstanding nursing skills, and the ability to handle any routine and emergency situations, in a fast paced work environment. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in critical thinking and time management. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, as well as adaptable to changing healthcare. Currently pursuing a position as a Post partum nurse, equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, years of OB Gyn experience, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm, in an organization that shares my ambition to improve the quality of life for it's patients and their families.


Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Phone Triage Nurse at Banner Women's Institute

BannerUniversity Medical Groups
04.2021 - Current
  • Perform triage on incoming calls and portal messages from obstetric, gynecology, post op, menopausal and women's health patients.
  • Prioritize calls based on the patients current symptoms and complaints, then determine the urgency of the patients needs, by utilizing symptom based guidelines, databases and clinical judgement to determine the appropriate level of care.
  • Reduced patient wait times by streamlining the triage process, by efficiently prioritizing cases based on urgency and severity, getting patients seen or referred promptly, to the appropriate care needed.
  • Collaborate with the patient's provider to determine the plan of care and appropriate treatment options, while determining if the patients needs can be handled over the telephone, with an in office appointment, with a visit to her PCP, Urgent Care or the Emergency Room.
  • Relay the plan of care to the patient. Educate the patient and family about any blood work, imaging, medications or procedures that are included in the providers orders.
  • Accurate documentation, utilizing Electronic Health Record proficiently.
  • Assist patients with scheduling ordered tests, procedures. and follow up appointments, along with coordinating referrals.
  • Notify patients of any test results, diagnosis, treatment options. Making sure the patient and families understand, while giving them reassurance, and letting them know they are being heard
  • Provide timely response to all patient messages, using clinical expertise and following standards of care and best practice protocols.
  • Provide support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributes to better overall wellbeing.
  • Manage patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups, to mitigate potential complications.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to the patient's needs.

Office Registered Nurse

Duke LifePoint Conemaugh OB Gyn Associates
02.2002 - 04.2021
  • Triaged incoming patient calls and messages, based on the patients complaints and symptoms. Prioritized the calls based on the urgency of the patients needs.
  • Reduced patient wait times by streamlining triage processes and efficiently prioritizing cases based on severity and urgency. promptly determining the level of care needed.
  • Improved patient care by conducting thorough assessments, and relaying the patients current condition, along with medical history to the provider. Collaborated with provider developing individualized care plans, then relayed the plan to the patient.
  • Assisted patient with scheduling any testing or follow up appointments needed.
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures such as minor surgeries or diagnostic tests.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems proficiently to input patient data efficiently while minimizing errors and protecting sensitive information.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients by addressing their concerns thoroughly and providing prompt assistance when needed.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by managing patient appointments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely communication between patients and healthcare providers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and patient families through empathetic listening and genuine compassion, fostering rapport and trust.
  • Completed prior authorizations, FMLA and disability paperwork promptly.
  • Prepared and administer vaccines and medications.
  • Tracked and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
  • Conducted all annual Basic Life support for the staff.
  • Completed all the New OB intakes, including the OB education and ordering all the recommended first trimester blood work.
  • Improved patient care by constantly advocating for the patient and ensuring timely communication between the patients and the providers.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals and their families.

Staff RN Maternity

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
02.1988 - 02.2002
  • Performed assessment and admission of patients to the labor room, antepartum unit, post partum unit, and gynecology unit, incorporating the patients physical, emotional, social, cultural and educational needs. Also, performed assessment and admission of the newborn to the Newborn nursery.
  • Initiated and implemented care plans, utilizing specialized knowledge, evidenced based practices, standards of care, while maintaining the hospitals policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Delivered high quality compassionate patient care, by utilizing exceptional nursing skills, experience and critical judgement, while implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
  • Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
  • Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
  • Educated the patient and families. Making sure they education provided was understood.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
  • Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency and better time-management within the unit.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses, per providers orders
  • Accurately documented all patient care, utilizing Electronic Medical records, maintaining compliance with standards of professional nursing practice and hospital policies.
  • Led the care teams, by Serving as Charge nurse, supervising all the units, rounding with the providers,
  • Conducted various Educational classes for patients and families, including prepared childbirth, breastfeeding, infant care, infant child CPR.
  • Conducted annual BLS classes for the staff.

Staff Rn on a Med Surg Unit

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
02.1987 - 02.1988
  • Assessed and provided care for inpatient medical and surgical patients. Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
  • Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly, and relayed to the provider.
  • Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
  • Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
  • Supported patients emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle. Making certain they understood.
  • Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
  • Served as charge nurse, providing supervision, rounding with providers.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
  • Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
  • Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes th rough process improvements.

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma - Registered Nurse

Conemaugh School of Nursing
Johnstown, PA
06.1986

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Treats patients with compassion and empathy
  • Demonstrates efficient time management skills
  • Safe and proficient administration of medications
  • Excellent patient assessments
  • Outstanding clinical nursing skills
  • Complex Problem-Solving abilities
  • Skilled in several EMR Systems
  • Strong advocate of patient and family
  • Substantial OB Gyn experience
  • Experienced in patient and family education
  • Team focused professional
  • Strives for positive patient outcomes
  • Exceptional documentation skills

Timeline

RN Phone Triage Nurse at Banner Women's Institute

BannerUniversity Medical Groups
04.2021 - Current

Office Registered Nurse

Duke LifePoint Conemaugh OB Gyn Associates
02.2002 - 04.2021

Staff RN Maternity

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
02.1988 - 02.2002

Staff Rn on a Med Surg Unit

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
02.1987 - 02.1988

Registered Nurse Diploma - Registered Nurse

Conemaugh School of Nursing

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