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MICHELIN BRANDE HUGGINS

Darlington,SC

Summary

Hardworking nursing professional bringing 21 years of experience delivering exceptional care to Medical and surgical patients. Knowledgeable about Colon surgeries and Infection control requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Multi state Board-Certified Registered Nurse with over 21 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in Medical and Surgical care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread healthcare system initiatives. Focused on continuously advancing expertise in Medical and surgical patient care while driving innovation.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
Hartsville, SC
11.2020 - 07.2024

Registered Nurse

McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence, SC
10.2005 - 10.2020

Home Health Nurse

Florence visiting Nurses
Florence , SC
02.2001 - 09.2005
  • I took care of patients in their own environment and taught them about the meds, wound care, treatment plans.
  • I would call the doctor if anything was abnormal and report it immediately. Sometimes had to call an ambulance to take patient in.

RN Floor Nurse

McLeod regional medical center
06.1999 - 08.2001
  • Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
  • Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Florence Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC
06.1999

Skills

  • Precepting
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Health screening
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Discharge coordination
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Chart updating
  • Diabetes management
  • Medical assessment
  • Feeding assistance
  • Family education
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Taking vitals
  • Infection control measures
  • IV setup
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Unit administration
  • Family and patient support
  • Nursing plan development

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 07.2024

Registered Nurse

McLeod Regional Medical Center
10.2005 - 10.2020

Home Health Nurse

Florence visiting Nurses
02.2001 - 09.2005

RN Floor Nurse

McLeod regional medical center
06.1999 - 08.2001

Associate Degree - Nursing

Florence Darlington Technical College
MICHELIN BRANDE HUGGINS