Open To Work
Michelle Berrette
Pruitt Healthcare
Matthews,NC
22
years of professional experience
Experienced, dependable, compassionate nurse with a strong background in direct patient care, medication administration, accurate documentation, and strong clinical judgment across pediatric, geriatric, and end-of-life needs while supporting safe, coordinated care. Skilled in multitasking, organization, critical thinking, and unit leadership. Exceptional communication, able to coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to support positive outcomes. Background in clinic, home health, hospice, and skilled rehabilitation. Excellent bedside manner, exceptional approach to patient support for a positive outcome.
Work History
Nurse in Charge
2 Years- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen supplies to effectively manage patient care.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality assistance to staff and direct nursing care to patients in a 44-bed unit.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Trained new nurses on resident care procedures and documentation expectations.
- Communicated with families and care teams to support coordinated, compassionate resident care.
- Delegated tasks effectively to nursing staff, ensuring proper distribution of workload and optimal patient care delivery.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care to patients and addressing their concerns promptly.
- Maintained a safe healthcare environment by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Contributed to a positive working environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and professional growth among nursing staff members.
- Monitored resident conditions and escalated changes to physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.
Home Health Nurse
10 Months- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Licensed Practical Nurse in Charge
12 Years 5 Months- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to the assigned physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 7 Months- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Practical nurse - Nursing
Skills
Pediatric care
End-of-life care
Geriatric care
Staff leadership
Direct patient care
Multitasking and organization
Strong clinical judgment
Critical thinking
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired Job Title
Licensed Practical Nurse
Work Type
Full TimeContract Work
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Matthews, NC
Open to relocation:
No
Minimum Desired Compensation
$0/yr
Important To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceWork from home optionPaid time off
Timeline
Nurse in Charge
Pruitt Healthcare
09.2024 - 09.2026Read More
Home Health Nurse
Angels of Care Pediatrics
11.2023 - 09.2024Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse in Charge
Southminster
08.2008 - 01.2021Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Adventist Health System
06.2004 - 01.2007Read More
South Piedmont Community College
Associate of Arts from Nursing
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Florida Technical College
Practical nurse from Nursing
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