MICHELLE BERNHARDT
Saint Charles,Missouri
Summary
Seasoned RN with more than 30 years of experience in fast-paced hospital. Excellent time management and team work skills. Track record of achieving exceptional results in patient care satisfaction and assessment skills.
Experienced with managing post-anesthesia patient care, ensuring safety and comfort. Utilizes critical thinking and clinical skills to address patient needs effectively. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU Staff Nurse
Advanced Surgical Center of Sunset Hills
07.2021 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in perioperative nursing care.
- Supported efficient workflow within the department by maintaining adequate supplies inventory levels.
- Managed complex pain management cases effectively, collaborating with physicians to adjust treatment plans as needed for optimal results. Provide patient education on post-operative care.
RN
St. Luke's Hospital
09.1998 - Current
- Staff nurse for maternity services providing care for mothers and newborns
- Cross trained for special care nursery taking care of infants with a variety of medical issues
- Crossed trained to pediatrics caring for children from newborn to 18 years old with medical or surgical needs
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
RN
St. Luke's Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1998
- Staff nurse and charge nurse on orthopedic floor providing care to patients from immediate post operative care to discharge
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Saint Mary's College of O'Fallon
O'Fallon, MOSkills
- Time Management
- Customer and Personal Service
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Fluid management
- Airway management
Certification
BLS
NRP
ACLS
Timeline
PACU Staff Nurse
Advanced Surgical Center of Sunset Hills
07.2021 - Current
RN
St. Luke's Hospital
09.1998 - Current
RN
St. Luke's Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1998
BLS
NRP
ACLS
Associates Degree - Nursing
Saint Mary's College of O'Fallon
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