Michele "Shelley" Baker
Newcastle,OK
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional skilled in staffing coordination, operational procedures, and team leadership. Experienced in fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and care efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, House Admin. Coordinator
Oklahoma Children's Hospital at OU Health
Oklahoma City, OK
04.2018 - Current
- Coordinated staffing assignments and adjusted resources to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
- Provided essential administrative and clinical support to enhance hospital efficiency.
- Responded to emergency situations, rapid responses and codes to provide leadership and support.
- Facilitated collaboration with physician leaders and interdisciplinary teams to improve patient safety and streamline care processes.
- Analyzed patient flow patterns and implemented strategies for admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure effective bed utilization.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
- Provided support and training to nursing staff to enhance professional skills and patient care.
- Resolved patient, family, and staff concerns with prompt and professional communication.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department
Oklahoma Children's Hospital at OU Health
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2006 - 04.2018
- Provided safe and compassionate nursing care to patients.
- Implemented strategies for family-centered care to promote active caregiver participation.
- Evaluated, monitored, and documented patient conditions to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Oversaw administration of medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Oversaw patient care and staff coordination to ensure efficient clinical operations.
- Guided and supported new nurses and staff in clinical practices and organizational protocols.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records.
- Facilitated admissions, discharges, and patient education processes.
- Ensure compliance with infection control and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern Oklahoma State University
Tahlequah, OK12-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK12-2004
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Emergency response
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient safety
- Operational leadership
- Team coordination
- Communication skills
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse- Oklahoma
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPST-STAC - Certified Passenger Safety Technician, Safe Travel for All Children
Timeline
Registered Nurse, House Admin. Coordinator
Oklahoma Children's Hospital at OU Health
04.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department
Oklahoma Children's Hospital at OU Health
02.2006 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern Oklahoma State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College