Michelle Cecil
Elmore,OH
Summary
RN for about 23 years with most of my time being spent in the hospital setting as a staff/charge nurse. I am the House Supervisor at my current job. I am experienced with oasis, multiple EMR programs. I have about 3 years home care management experience. I am a quick learner and I would like to use my experience and knowledge to become a productive member of your team. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mercy St Charles Hospital
2021.09 - Current
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Established rapport with patients and families through effective communication and active listening skills, fostering trust and mutual respect during the healing process.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Supported the professional development of team members by regularly sharing best practices, encouraging ongoing learning, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members in achieving performance goals.
- Liaised with management and other departments to maintain smooth operations.
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Blackstone
2019.12 - 2021.09
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Managed complex caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and maintaining detailed records.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Empowered patients and their families to take an active role in care decisions, fostering a sense of self-efficacy and improving long-term health outcomes.
- Filled in for ADON/DON when they went on vacation.
RN Case Manager
Buckeye Healthcare
2020.02 - 2021.03
- Caseload of 50-60 patients
- Worked with the waiver medicaid population
- Performed audits
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
RN Skilled Unit at ECF
Manor At Perrysbrug
2018.12 - 2019.11
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Filled in for the wound care nurse when she was on vacations
- For a brief period I was the manager for the skilled unit.
RN Staff/Clinical Charge Nurse
Bay Park Community Hospital
2008.01 - 2014.02
RN, Medical-Surgical
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
2001.06 - 2008.01
Education
Associate of Science - RN
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05.2001
Skills
- IV Ultrasound Certified
- EMR / EHR
- Coordinating referrals
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
- ACLS
- Attention to Detail
- Case Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mercy St Charles Hospital
2021.09 - Current
RN Case Manager
Buckeye Healthcare
2020.02 - 2021.03
Home Health RN Case Manager
Blackstone
2019.12 - 2021.09
RN Skilled Unit at ECF
Manor At Perrysbrug
2018.12 - 2019.11
RN Staff/Clinical Charge Nurse
Bay Park Community Hospital
2008.01 - 2014.02
RN, Medical-Surgical
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
2001.06 - 2008.01
Associate of Science - RN
Owens Community College
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