Michelle Averkiou
Summary
Diligent and compassionate registered nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baby Nurse/Nanny
My Kensington Nanny
01.2024 - Current
- Reduced parental stress by efficiently managing night-time feedings, diaper changes, and soothing techniques.
- Collaborated with families to support their individual parenting styles and preferences while providing expert guidance on infant care practices.
- Enhanced infant care by providing personalized attention and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- Facilitated open communication between family members to address any concerns or challenges related to infant care practices.
- Developed strong bonds with infants through attentive care-giving focused on meeting their unique physical and emotional needs.
- Assisted parents in establishing consistent routines for feeding, sleeping, and playtime activities.
- Served as a reliable resource for parents seeking information on developmental milestones, home safety, and other relevant topics.
- Managed challenging situations such as colic, reflux issues or other health complications with patience and expertise.
Baby Nurse
Private Duty Nursing
06.2023 - Current
- Assesses, evaluates, and cares for the newborn
- Prepares bottles for the newborn
- Feeds, changes, and monitors the newborn throughout the night
- Administers Mylicon as needed
- Bathes the newborn
- Performs umbilical cord care and circumcision care
- Utilizes various techniques to soothe the newborn
- Develops infant routines
Registered Nurse (Mother-Baby)
Saint Mary’s Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Clinical care of mothers and babies
- Performed physical exams on mothers and on babies
- Performed certain tests on babies - car seat test, CHD, etc.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Spoke with various members of healthcare team and with the patient’s family members/friends/caretakers
Tutor
Palm Beach International Academy
01.2017 - 10.2021
- Tutor for all K-8 subjects and for most high school subjects
Research Assistant
McKnight Brain Institute
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Health/Anthropology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL08.2023
Master of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05.2027
Skills
- Quick learner, adaptable
- Analytical
- Creative
- Leadership experience, team player, strong interpersonal skills, empathy, positivity
- Dependable, meticulous, organized
- Problem-solving abilities
- Detail-oriented
- Decision-making abilities
- Self-motivation, strong work ethic
- Time management
Accomplishments
- University of Florida - McKnight Brain Institute - conducted Alzheimer's research
- Co-author of "Whole Genome Comparison of a Large Collection of Mycobacteriophages Reveals a Continuumof Phage Genetic Diversity", which was published by eLife
- Boca Raton Regional Hospital - volunteer in the Women’s Health and Wellness Institute and in the Newborn Nursery
- Graduated magna cum laude from FAU's RN-BSN program
Certification
- Registered Nurse - Florida Board of Nursing, January 2022 - present
- BLS/CPR/AED certified (Adult and Child) - February 2014 - present
- ACLS certified - June 2022 - present
- NRP certified - October 2022 - present
Affiliations
- AED - Alpha Epsilon Delta (National Pre-Health Honor Society)
- University of Florida’s Navigators International Program - served as a mentor to many international students and obtained a strong appreciation for people from different countries and cultures
- St. Joan of Arc Catholic School - PK4 Assistant Teacher and Substitute Teacher
- National Student Nurses' Association
Timeline
Baby Nurse/Nanny
My Kensington Nanny
01.2024 - Current
Baby Nurse
Private Duty Nursing
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse (Mother-Baby)
Saint Mary’s Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
Tutor
Palm Beach International Academy
01.2017 - 10.2021
Research Assistant
McKnight Brain Institute
03.2012 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Health/Anthropology
University of Florida
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Master of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University