Michelle Famularcano
LA CRESCENTA,CA
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with 4 years of experience providing high-quality care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit. Skilled in comprehensive patient assessment, monitoring vital signs, medication administration, and performing essential medical procedures to support safe and effective patient care. Experienced in managing 4–5 patients per shift with varying acuity levels, delivering treatments including blood transfusions, heparin infusions, and PCA pain management. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to implement patient-centered care plans while educating patients and families on post-operative recovery, medication management, and long-term health strategies. Committed to improving clinical outcomes through evidence-based practice, patient safety, and culturally sensitive care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered direct care for 4–5 high-acuity patients on a 24-bed medical-surgical unit, coordinating interdisciplinary care and monitoring patient progression throughout hospitalization.
- Conducted ongoing patient assessments, evaluated response to treatment, and communicated changes in condition to the care team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Managed high-risk medication administration, including blood product transfusions, heparin drip titration, and PCA pain management, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and hospital policies.
- Educated patients on health management and disease prevention techniques.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management strategies.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices for patient care and procedures.
- Performed wound care management, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
Registered Nurse
Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Administered IV infusions while monitoring for therapeutic effectiveness and potential adverse reactions.
- Provided direct nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting, monitoring patient conditions and responding to changes in health status.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, social workers, and interdisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation goals and continuity of care.
- Prepared residents for discharge or transition of care, providing education on medication management, wound care, and follow-up treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulatory and facility standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA01-2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Post-operative monitoring and recovery care
- Patient education and discharge planning
- Comprehensive patient assessments, vital sign monitoring, lab interpretation
- Medication & Infusion Therapy: Blood transfusions, heparin infusions, PCA pump management
- Patient Procedures: IV insertion, NG tube placement, Foley catheter insertion, phlebotomy
- Wound & Line Care: Wound care and dressing changes, central line dressing care, ostomy care and management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Software proficiency: Epic
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University