Michelle Chua Tan
Orland Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nurse with 16 years of experience with a diverse background in CVICU, acute dialysis, home health, medical-surgical/ telemetry, and nursing home settings. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care, effectively communicate with interdisciplinary teams and adapt to challenging environments. Skilled in critical thinking, problem-solving, and maintaining a patient-centered approach. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CVICU NURSE
ASCENSION HEALTH ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL, JOLIET, ILLINOIS – CONTRACT WORK (PROLINK)
12.2023 - Current
- Utilized advanced cardiac monitoring equipment and interpreted data to monitor critically ill patients with various cardiovascular conditions
- High-quality nursing care for patients on ECMO, LVAD, Impella, and Ballon pump
- Administered medications, titrated drips, and managed ventilators to stabilize patients’ hemodynamics
- Assisted in invasive procedures, including arterial line insertions, Swan-Ganz catheterizations, and temporary pacemaker placements
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
ACUTE PEDATRIC DIALYSIS NURSE
ANN AND ROBERT LURIE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL – CONTRACT WORK (LANCESOFT, INC.)
11.2023 - Current
- Provided expert hemodialysis/peritoneal dialysis, and plasmapheresis care to diverse age groups (neonates, pediatric and adult) of patients with acute renal failure, managing the dialysis process from set up to completion
- Monitored vital signs, assessed for potential complications, and implemented appropriate interventions
- Administered intravenous medications and managed central venous catheters for fluid and medication administration
- Collaborated with nephrologists, registered dieticians and social workers to optimize patient care and outcomes
- Educated patients on kidney disease management, dietary restrictions and self-care techniques.
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, CHICAGO/ COMER’S CHILDREN HOSPITAL
10.2018 - 11.2023
- Provided expert hemodialysis/peritoneal dialysis, and plasmapheresis care to diverse age groups (neonates, pediatric and adult) of patients with acute renal failure, managing the dialysis process from set up to completion
- Monitored vital signs, assessed for potential complications, and implemented appropriate interventions
- Administered intravenous medications and managed central venous catheters for fluid and medication administration
- Collaborated with nephrologists, registered dieticians and social workers to optimize patient care and outcomes
- Educated patients on kidney disease management, dietary restrictions and self-care techniques.
MEDICAL SURGICAL/TELEMETRY NURSE
COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided direct patient care to a diverse population in a fast-paced medical-surgical and telemetry unit
- Assessed patients’ conditions, administered medications, and performed treatments, including wound care and IV therapy
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, identified abnormalities, and initiated appropriate interventions
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care, including consultations and discharge planning
- Assisted in the implementation of evidence-based practice initiatives and quality improvement projects.
CVICU NURSE
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Utilized advanced cardiac monitoring equipment and interpreted data to monitor critically ill patients with various cardiovascular conditions
- High-quality nursing care for patients on ECMO, LVAD, Impella, and Ballon pump
- Administered medications, titrated drips, and managed ventilators to stabilize patients’ hemodynamics
- Assisted in invasive procedures, including arterial line insertions, Swan-Ganz catheterizations, and temporary pacemaker placements
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
HOME HEALTH NURSE
ADVANCE HOME HEALTH
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and provided skilled nursing care to patients in their homes
- Assisted with wound care, medication management, and intravenous therapy in a home setting
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease management medication administration and symptom recognition
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
PHILIPPINE COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND SCIENCE
01.2007
Skills
- Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
- Acute Dialysis (pediatric and adults)
- Home Health Care
- Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
- Nursing Home Care
- Patient Assessment and Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- IV therapy and Central lines
- Wound care
- Patient Education
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN)
- Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
Timeline
CVICU NURSE
ASCENSION HEALTH ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL, JOLIET, ILLINOIS – CONTRACT WORK (PROLINK)
12.2023 - Current
ACUTE PEDATRIC DIALYSIS NURSE
ANN AND ROBERT LURIE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL – CONTRACT WORK (LANCESOFT, INC.)
11.2023 - Current
MEDICAL SURGICAL/TELEMETRY NURSE
COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER
05.2023 - 10.2023
CVICU NURSE
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
11.2021 - 11.2022
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, CHICAGO/ COMER’S CHILDREN HOSPITAL
10.2018 - 11.2023
HOME HEALTH NURSE
ADVANCE HOME HEALTH
01.2010 - 01.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
PHILIPPINE COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND SCIENCE
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN)
- Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
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