Michelle Christensen
Farmington,NM
Summary
Graduate nurse looking to join the workforce to gain real-world experience. Ability to complete tasks on time in both individual and team settings. Dependable and reliable, ready to learn and grow with your company.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
San Juan Regional - Farmington, NM, CERNER
Farmington, NM
09.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Nurse Tech
San Juan Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Provided support with bathing, toileting, grooming and washing.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Protected and promoted patient rights and assisted individuals to achieve maximum independence.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances.
Dog Walker
Margaret, NM
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Advised pet owners on how cared for pets' health
- Fed and watered animals according to schedules and feeding instructions
- Maintained physical and mental health.
Snow Cone Maker
Artic Fox Tropical Sno
04.2017 - 08.2021
- Performed cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopped and washing dishes, to keep equipment and facilities sanitary
- Monitored and ordered supplies and food items and restocked as necessary to maintain inventory
- Accepted payment from customers and made change as necessary
- Communicated with customers regarding orders, comments and complaints
- Performed personnel activities such as supervising and training employees
- Balanced receipts and payments in cash registers.
Sales Associate
Boot Barn
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Cross-trained with other store departments and areas, supporting overall retail operations
- Performed cleaning tasks, keeping store neat and organized
- Introduced promotions and sale opportunities, enticing customers
- Alerted management to potential security issues, supporting loss prevention and reducing shrink
- Operated cash register and POS to process sales transactions and handle payments
- Promoted benefits of store credit cards or customer loyalty programs to encourage repeat business
- Kept signage and merchandise displays organized and up-to-date, promoting visual presentation standards
- Highlighted new products and company promotions during sales pitches
- Responded promptly to customer queries to increase overall satisfaction
- Followed checklist to complete retail store opening and closing activities
- Engaged with guests to understand and anticipate customer service needs
- Greeted and escorted customers to product racks and shelves to assist with finding merchandise
- Trained new employees on company policies and strong sales techniques.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) in Nursing Candidate -
San Juan College, NM
08.2023
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing Candidate -
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
08.2023
High School Diploma -
Piedra Vista High School, Farmington, NM
05.2018
Skills
- Medical Records Management
- Vital Signs Recording
- Charting
- Emergency Response
- Equipment Disinfection
- Specimen Collection
- Toileting Assistance
- Unit Administration
- Medication Administration
- Wound Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Care plan implementation
- Patient Education
- Family Education
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Workflow and Patient Management
- Compassionate Care
- Seizure Management
- Diabetes management
- Licensed RN
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Charting Medication Administration
- Critical Care Nursing
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Management
- Health Promotion
- Telemetry and Advanced Cardiac Care
- Patient rights advocacy
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Patient Care
- Patient Care and Education
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Patient Assessment and Care
Certification
BLS
ACLS
TNCC
PALS
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse
San Juan Regional - Farmington, NM, CERNER
09.2023 - Current
Nurse Tech
San Juan Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - 09.2023
Dog Walker
Margaret, NM
07.2021 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Boot Barn
12.2018 - 01.2020
Snow Cone Maker
Artic Fox Tropical Sno
04.2017 - 08.2021
Associate in Science (A.S.) in Nursing Candidate -
San Juan College, NM
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing Candidate -
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
High School Diploma -
Piedra Vista High School, Farmington, NM
BLS
ACLS
TNCC
PALS
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