MICHELLE BRACY
Buxton
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse delivering comprehensive care in high-acuity settings. Recognized for clinical excellence through a Daisy Award nomination, skilled in telemetry monitoring and patient assessments. Committed to patient safety and positive outcomes through evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center
Portland
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, enhancing patient recovery and comfort.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry data and cardiac rhythms to support timely clinical decision-making.
- Perform detailed patient assessments, identify clinical changes, and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Assist in the management of patients requiring advanced respiratory support and ventilation.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement evidence-based interventions to improve patient safety and outcomes.
- Administer medications, monitor therapeutic responses, and educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and disease processes.
- Employed Epic electronic health record system for precise documentation and medication administration, facilitating effective interdisciplinary communication.
- Perform EKG acquisition and assist with interpretation and clinical response to findings.
- Coordinated care for multiple complex patients, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and compassionate support.
- Recognized through nomination for the Daisy Award for excellence in nursing care and patient advocacy.
EVENT PLANNER & FLORAL DESIGNER
Harmons and Bartons Floral
Portland
09.2010 - 01.2025
- Coordinated and executed weddings, graduations, and special events, ensuring seamless experiences for clients and guests.
- Managed client communications, scheduling, logistics, and event setup to meet client expectations and enhance event success.
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational, communication, and customer service skills, contributing to high client satisfaction and repeat business.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
The Barron Center
Portland
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Provided direct patient care and supported activities of daily living for long-term care residents, enhancing their comfort and well-being.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients, performing wound care, and promptly reporting significant changes in patient conditions to facilitate timely interventions.
- Provided specialized support for patients with neurological and chronic health conditions including Multiple Sclerosis and Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
- Maintained patient safety, dignity, and quality of life through compassionate care and adherence to best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Maine
Portland, MaineSkills
- Patient Assessment & Reassessment
- Acute & Chronic Disease Management
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Intermediate Care Nursing (IMC)
- Intermediate care nursing
- Telemetry Monitoring
- EKG monitoring
- Ventilator support
- Medication Administration
- Care Planning
- Infection Prevention
- Family education
- Epic Electronic Medical Records
- Patient safety
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Time management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- High-acuity adaptability
- Ability to Work Effectively Under Pressure
- Ability to Work Effectively Under Pressure
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Maine
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- CPR Certified
Languages
American Sign Language (Working Knowledge)
Personal Information
Title: RN II, BSN
Honors And Recognition
Daisy Award Nominee – Recognition for Excellence in Nursing Care, Compassion, and Patient Advocacy
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
EVENT PLANNER & FLORAL DESIGNER
Harmons and Bartons Floral
09.2010 - 01.2025
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
The Barron Center
06.2008 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Maine