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MICHELE WILLIAMS

Columbus,IN

Summary

Experienced registered nurse with a strong focus on comprehensive care management and team collaboration. Skilled in training and mentoring staff to improve patient care outcomes. Dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services while fostering a supportive team environment. Track record of effective delegation and leadership in high-pressure situations.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

REGISTERED NURSE

Community Hospital South ED
Indianapolis, IN
01.2023 - Current
  • Administer urgent and routine medical services in Emergency Department
  • Provided comprehensive patient assessments in the Emergency Department to identify urgent medical needs.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
  • Maintained accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records to ensure compliance.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, post-discharge instructions, and medication usage.

PARAMEDIC

Community Hospital South ED
Indianapolis, IN
08.2018 - Current
  • Facilitate urgent and routine medical services for patients in emergency department
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient transport and care, enhancing overall treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient care activities and outcomes in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Educated patients and families about medical conditions, treatment options, and health management strategies post-discharge.

PARAMEDIC

Seals Ambulance Service
Indianapolis, IN
11.2009 - 08.2018
  • Deliver ALS care on 911 ambulance for both emergency and routine situations
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine the nature and severity of medical conditions, enabling effective treatment plans.
  • Administered advanced life support (ALS) measures, including airway management and medication delivery, in urgent scenarios.
  • Documented patient care activities and outcomes in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.

PARAMEDIC

AMR Ambulance Service
Indianapolis, IN
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Facilitate patient transport by providing ALS care from one hospital to another
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine the nature and severity of medical conditions, enabling effective treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient transport and care, enhancing overall treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient care activities and outcomes in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.

PARAMEDIC

Franklin Fire Department
Franklin, IN
11.2009 - 01.2010
  • Delivered ALS care as civilian medic in emergency and non-emergency situations
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine the nature and severity of medical conditions, enabling effective treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient transport and care, enhancing overall treatment outcomes.
  • Documented patient care activities and outcomes in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.

PARAMEDIC

Columbus Regional Hospital
Columbus, IN
10.1994 - 10.2009
  • Transitioned from Emergency Medical Technician/Dispatcher to Advanced EMT, and ultimately Paramedic in 2005.
    Accumulated extensive experience in 911 emergency response and hospital transfers.
    Facilitated patient transfers between hospitals and extended care facilities with precision and care.

NURSING ASSISTANT

Franklin United Methodist Home
Franklin, IN
07.1993 - 10.1994
  • Contributed to daily care of elderly and disabled in an Extended Care Facility.
  • Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Aid Ambulance Service
Indianapolis, IN
01.1993 - 07.1993
  • Administered critical BLS services during emergency and non-emergency calls from ambulance
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify vital signs, medical history, and immediate care needs during transport.
  • Collaborated effectively with emergency response teams to ensure seamless patient care and coordination during emergencies.
  • Monitored and documented patient conditions and treatment responses accurately in digital health records.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN/DISPATCHER

Athens Ambulance Service
Columbus, IN
05.1991 - 05.1992
  • Dispatched ambulances to emergency and non-emergency calls as well as working part time on the ambulance when needed.
  • Documented patient encounters and treatment plans accurately to comply with regulatory standards.
  • Coordinated with hospital staff to facilitate smooth patient handoffs and information sharing.
  • Utilized strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Operation Life Ambulance
Franklin, IN
05.1990 - 05.1991
  • Worked on an ambulance providing BLS care in emergency and non-emergency situations.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify vital signs, medical history, and immediate care needs during transport.
  • Collaborated effectively with emergency response teams to ensure seamless patient care and coordination during emergencies.
  • Monitored and documented patient conditions and treatment responses accurately in digital health records.

Education

ASN Nursing Degree -

Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
12.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine

Columbus Regional Hospital
Columbus, IN.
05-2005

High School Diploma -

Columbus North High School
Columbus, IN
05-1989

Skills

  • Patient assessments
  • Electronic health records
  • Medication administration
  • Emergency care protocols
  • IV drug therapy and management
  • Patient transport coordination
  • Collaboration with teams
  • Data documentation compliance
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • SBAR communication
  • Medication distribution
  • Family education
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Chart updating
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Ventilator support
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Intake and discharge
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient satisfaction and process improvement

Certification

• Nationally Registered Paramedic (NREMT-P)
• ACLS
• PALS
• CPR
• EVOC
. ENPC
. TNCC

References

  • Gabrielle Able, Current coworker/Friend, (765) 913-6244
  • Jennifer Riley, Previous coworker/Friend, (317) 938-7031
  • Tress Zielinski, Previous coworker/Friend, (812) 212-7964
  • Jenn Rustin, Nursing Clinical Instructor, (317) 840-3697
  • Alicia Jones, Current coworker/PCC, (317) 332-7889

Timeline

REGISTERED NURSE

Community Hospital South ED
01.2023 - Current

PARAMEDIC

Community Hospital South ED
08.2018 - Current

PARAMEDIC

AMR Ambulance Service
08.2016 - 08.2017

PARAMEDIC

Seals Ambulance Service
11.2009 - 08.2018

PARAMEDIC

Franklin Fire Department
11.2009 - 01.2010

PARAMEDIC

Columbus Regional Hospital
10.1994 - 10.2009

NURSING ASSISTANT

Franklin United Methodist Home
07.1993 - 10.1994

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Aid Ambulance Service
01.1993 - 07.1993

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN/DISPATCHER

Athens Ambulance Service
05.1991 - 05.1992

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Operation Life Ambulance
05.1990 - 05.1991

ASN Nursing Degree -

Ivy Tech Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine

Columbus Regional Hospital

High School Diploma -

Columbus North High School

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