MICHELLE FRANCL KAPELLEN
Gleason,USA
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 15 years of diverse clinical and leadership experience, including roles as a Nurse Educator for clinical rotations, Emergency Department nurse in a Critical Access Hospital, rehabilitation and cardiac telemetry nurse, case manager for a Family Care Managed Organization, and triage nurse in a high-volume orthopedic clinic supporting 20 providers. Proven ability to mentor and train staff, with experience as a Program Coordinator and Nursing Assistant Instructor. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and excellent interpersonal skills. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, with the ability to respond effectively in urgent situations, perform accurate assessments, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Educator – Nursing Department
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI
08.2025 - Current
- Teach medication administration, bedside procedures, and physical assessments
- Supervise clinical groups (6–8 students) during patient care
- Mentor students in applying the nursing process and prioritizing care
- Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback
- Review and grade clinical assignments (care plans, journals, case studies)
- Maintain accurate student records in compliance with privacy standards
- Participate in faculty meetings and accreditation reviews (ACEN)
- Developed and implemented nursing curricula aligned with accreditation standards.
- Mentored nursing students, fostering professional growth and clinical skills development.
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Aspirus
Merrill, WI
04.2023 - Current
- Perform triage for urgent and emergent patients
- Provide and assist with emergency treatments and stabilization
- Administer oral and IV medications
- Monitor patient status and communicate changes to providers
- Document care accurately in electronic medical records
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
- Demonstrate strong time management in a fast-paced environment
- Administered emergency care to patients with critical conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, providing accurate documentation for treatment continuity.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and health management strategies.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Registered Nurse – Infusion
Naven Health
Wisconsin
01.2025 - Current
- Develop and update care plans; adjust treatment per physician orders
- Provide treatments, medications, and patient/caregiver education
- Assess and re-evaluate patient status at each visit
- Communicate condition changes and coordinate care with providers
- Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation
- Support discharge planning and care transitions
- Follow policies, standards, and regulatory guidelines
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Nurse Aide Test Proctor
D&SDT-Headmaster LLP
Findlay, OH
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Proctored nursing assistant skills examinations
- Completed documentation accurately and independently
Program Coordinator / Nursing Assistant Instructor
Nicolet Technical College
Rhinelander, WI
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Delivered student-centered instruction aligned with program standards
- Maintained attendance, performance, and academic records
- Submitted reports in accordance with institutional deadlines
- Developed a 20-week training curriculum to ensure competency
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Telemetry Unit
Aspirus
Wausau, WI
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Administer oral and IV medications and treatments per care plans
- Monitor cardiac patients and report condition changes promptly
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records
- Review labs/tests and educate patients and families
- Assist with bedside procedures during emergent situations
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance with care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective patient care strategies and improve outcomes.
RN Team Lead Case Manager
Lakeland Care
Wausau, WI
07.2018 - 04.2022
- Coordinate community-based care as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Perform assessments, care planning, and patient/family education
- Train and mentor new and existing staff
Triage Nurse
Bone & Joint Clinic
Wausau, WI
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Managed high-volume triage calls for 20-provider orthopedic clinic
- Provided guidance on medications, post-surgical care, and pain management
- Communicated lab results and coordinated follow-up care
- Processed prescriptions per provider standing orders
Health & Wellness Coordinator
Inclusa
Merrill, WI
02.2012 - 02.2018
- Coordinated care for members in a Family Care Program
- Conducted assessments, care planning, and education
- Mentored staff during organizational transitions
Registered Nurse – Rehabilitation Unit
Eastview Medical & Rehabilitation Center
Antigo, WI
09.2009 - 02.2012
- Managed care for 20–25 patients per shift
- Administered medications and performed wound care
- Monitored patient conditions and collaborated with physicians
- Educated patients on treatment plans to improve outcomes
Education
Master of Science - Nursing (Education Emphasis)
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05-2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northcentral Technical College
Wausau, WI05-2010
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Communication
- Team-Oriented Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- Medication Administration
- Positive Attitude
- Clinical expertise
- Clinical instruction
- Direct patient care
- Clinical education
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Wisconsin (2010–Present)
- BLS Certification (2024)
- ACLS Certification, American Heart Association (2023)
- PALS Certification (2023)
- TNCC Certification (2023, 2022)
- STABLE Certification (2025)
- Train the Trainer Certification (2018)
Timeline
Nurse Educator – Nursing Department
Fox Valley Technical College
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Infusion
Naven Health
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Aspirus
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Telemetry Unit
Aspirus
03.2022 - 04.2023
Nurse Aide Test Proctor
D&SDT-Headmaster LLP
09.2018 - 05.2019
Program Coordinator / Nursing Assistant Instructor
Nicolet Technical College
09.2018 - 05.2023
RN Team Lead Case Manager
Lakeland Care
07.2018 - 04.2022
Triage Nurse
Bone & Joint Clinic
02.2018 - 07.2018
Health & Wellness Coordinator
Inclusa
02.2012 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse – Rehabilitation Unit
Eastview Medical & Rehabilitation Center
09.2009 - 02.2012
Master of Science - Nursing (Education Emphasis)
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northcentral Technical College