Michelle Baty-Lewis
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Experienced Director of Nursing with a track record in nursing leadership and program development. Proficient in managing nursing staff, enhancing patient care protocols, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in strategic planning and fostering team collaboration for positive outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Atulo Health
10.2023 - Current
- Ensure regulatory compliance of all mandates for Texas Home Health Licensure
- Interview, hire, orient and train all nursing staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Performed competency evaluation of over 200 home infusion nurses
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve documentation and invoice submissions to contracted partners
- Collaborate with internal staff, Corporate management, and contracted partners, to coordinate patient care services.
- Provide direct patient care as needed
Clinical Nurse Educator/Nursing Education Specialist
Infinity Infusion Nursing/Naven Health
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Established a supervisory visit process for all home infusion clinical nursing staff for virtual and in-person visits
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Supported departmental goals by aligning educational programs with organizational objectives, in the development and implementation of AlayaCare for all clinical staff
- Developed comprehensive competency assessments, effectively measuring nursing staff knowledge and skill levels.
- Contributed to the achievement of key performance indicators by providing data-driven recommendations for nursing education initiatives.
Area Nurse Manager
Kroger Specialty Infusion
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Coordinated care for new patients by collaborating with the nurse scheduling team, contract nursing agencies, and Kroger's internal pharmacy department.
- Conducted interviews, made hiring decisions, and provided training to associates for delivering nursing care tailored to Immunoglobulin therapy needs.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training, mentoring, and providing constructive feedback.
- Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing medical, emotional, and social needs of each patient.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to identify areas for enhancement within the nursing department.
- Effectively managed challenging situations involving distressed patients or family members by utilizing excellent communication skills and maintaining composure.
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to improve overall patient safety and satisfaction.
Certified Infusion Nurse
Option Care Health
09.2010 - 12.2019
- Administered immunoglobulin and other therapies including but not limited to: Inotropic therapy, Intralipid therapy, IV antibiotics, TPN (Total Parenteral Therapy), chemotherapy and biologic therapies.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely assessment, intervention, and documentation of vital signs and symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
Denver, CO12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO05.1998
Associate of Arts -
Central Christian College of Kansas
McPherson, KS05.1996
Skills
- Nurse Education and Training
- Team Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Reliability and Accountability
- Critical Thinking
- Policy Development
- Clinical Documentation
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Certification
- Certified Registered Nurse Infusion-CRNI
- Texas Compact Licensure
Affiliations
- Member of Infusion Nurses Society
- Member of Immunoglobulin Nurses Society
- Previous certifications held include Oncology Nursing Society: 2006-2013
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Atulo Health
10.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse Educator/Nursing Education Specialist
Infinity Infusion Nursing/Naven Health
04.2022 - 10.2023
Area Nurse Manager
Kroger Specialty Infusion
01.2020 - 04.2022
Certified Infusion Nurse
Option Care Health
09.2010 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southwest Baptist University
Associate of Arts -
Central Christian College of Kansas
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
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