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Education
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Michelle Goddard

Registered Nurse
Bossier City,LA

Summary

Highly experienced nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Access Nurse

Willis Knighton Health Systems
Bossier City, LA
02.2019 - Current
  • Access all Emergency Department admissions for medical necessity and admission to the hospital, within the appropriate level of care.
  • Assist the emergency department physicians and hospitalists with correct documentation of diagnosis to ensure reimbursement.
  • Coordinate with the emergency department staff to facilitate care of the admitted patient to include administration of medication, timeliness of labs, radiological and any other tests and reports..
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.

Staff Nurse

Willis Knighton Health Systems
Bossier, Louisiana
02.2017 - 02.2019
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Charge Nurse

Willis Knighton Health Systems
Shreveport, Louisiana
07.2015 - 02.2017
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Managed various medications and treatments, which included peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular injections and transdermal treatments.
  • Directed patient care activities and provided guidance and training to RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift while delegating assignments and providing treatment.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments and assisting staff.

Staff nurse Eastern Regional Health Authority, Trinidad W.I
08.2012 - 06.2015

Staff nurse Advanced Cardiovascular Institute
Trinidad, W.I
08.2007 - 07.2012

Head nurse

Pediatric Cardiology Outpatient Clinic, Eric Williams
04.2005 - 08.2007

Staff nurse

06.2003 - 03.2005
  • Seventh Day Adventist hospital, Trinidad W.I.

Staff nurse

09.1996 - 12.2000
  • Port of Spain General Hospital, Trinidad W.I.

Education

Associates of Science Degree - General Nursing

COSTAATT, Trinidad W.I.

Bachelor of Science - Leadership And Management

Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT
05.2021 - Current

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

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Affiliations

Skilled career professional with more than 25 years practical experience in the hospital and nursing home environment. Established in cardiac and critical care support including assessment, education regarding medication and treatment, lab work, documentation with care plan for diagnosis and administration of care. Computer literate. Proficient in Soarian,Medhost and Meditech EMR system, CERME and MCG software that automates the clinical decision review process, indicating criteria and clinical decision support in treating and admitting patients to the hospital.

Timeline

Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science, Leadership And Management
05.2021 - Current
Clinical Access Nurse - Willis Knighton Health Systems
02.2019 - Current
Staff Nurse - Willis Knighton Health Systems
02.2017 - 02.2019
Charge Nurse - Willis Knighton Health Systems
07.2015 - 02.2017
- Staff nurse Eastern Regional Health Authority, Trinidad W.I
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Staff nurse Advanced Cardiovascular Institute
08.2007 - 07.2012
Head nurse - Pediatric Cardiology Outpatient Clinic, Eric Williams
04.2005 - 08.2007
Staff nurse -
06.2003 - 03.2005
Staff nurse -
09.1996 - 12.2000
COSTAATT - Associates of Science Degree, General Nursing

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