Michelle Bower
Boydton,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Manchester Memorial Hospital
04.1982 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment for pre operative patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on post operative care.
- Provided care to Interventional Radiology patients pre operatively.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Inserted IV catheters, implemented medication and IV administration.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Grocery Store Cashier
Grand Union Supermarket
05.1978 - 04.1982
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT05.1981
Skills
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgical Unit
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Medical Assessment
- Health Screening
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Management
- Chart Updating
- Patient Care
- Collecting Vitals
- Performing EKG's
- Proper Catheter Insertion/Removal
- Licensed RN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Manchester Memorial Hospital
04.1982 - 11.2023
Grocery Store Cashier
Grand Union Supermarket
05.1978 - 04.1982
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
University of Vermont
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