Michelle Dean
Irving,TX
Summary
Healthcare professional with a strong background in pediatric patient care and medical support. Known for leadership skills and collaborative work with interdisciplinary medical teams to deliver high-quality care to adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Liver Transplant Coordinator
Children’s Health Dallas
Dallas, TX
06.2017 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated families on post-discharge care, promoting adherence to treatment plans and improving outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Coordinated patient evaluations and managed transplant waitlist prioritization to ensure timely and effective care.
- Developed educational materials for families, improving understanding of transplant processes and post-operative care.
- Mentored junior coordinators on best practices in patient management and regulatory compliance standards.
- Coordinated multi-organ transplants, effectively managing the unique challenges associated with these complex cases.
- Maintained detailed records of all transplant-related activities, ensuring accurate reporting to internal and external agencies.
- Facilitated efficient organ allocation by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of UNOS policies and procedures.
- Scheduled tests and procedures for patients needing additional or specialized care.
Registered Nurse
Children’s Health Dallas
Dallas, TX
01.2012 - 06.2017
- Chair and co-chair of the unit Sunshine committee, responsible for team building and group activities to foster relationships and camaraderie.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
- Monitored patient vitals and symptoms, adjusting care strategies to promote optimal recovery outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices in pediatric care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Texas Woman’s University
Dallas, TX06-2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Collin College
McKinney, TX01-2012
Skills
- Pediatric patient assessment
- Triage and prioritization skills
- CPR/BLS
- Multitasking and independent
- Leadership
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Family education
- Patient evaluation
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Precepting
- Call triaging
- Evaluations
- Setting up referrals
Timeline
RN Liver Transplant Coordinator
Children’s Health Dallas
06.2017 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Children’s Health Dallas
01.2012 - 06.2017
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Texas Woman’s University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Collin College