Michelle Gray
NY
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with background in patient care and nursing, as well as strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication. With a proven track record at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, I excel in delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care and leading teams to enhance patient satisfaction. My expertise in medication and IV administration, coupled with strong clinical judgment and emotional awareness, drives high-quality care and staff morale. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Achievements include significant contributions to patient care plans and nursing staff leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
04.2010 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
LPN Clinical Instructor
GST Boces
12.2018 - 05.2022
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Promoted ethical conduct among students by modeling professionalism both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed clinical rotations for students, ensuring exposure to diverse patient populations and healthcare settings.
- Implemented evidence-based teaching methods to enhance the effectiveness of instruction for diverse learning styles.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to guide their professional growth.
- Emphasized importance of cultural competence within classroom activities; improving patient care across different backgrounds.
Registered Nurse
St Joseph's Hospital (Arnot Health)
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Utilization Review Nurse
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
08.2009 - 04.2010
- Reduced healthcare costs through efficient utilization of resources and identification of unnecessary treatments or procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and accreditation standards by maintaining accurate documentation of all utilization review activities.
- Maintained professional competence by staying current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements specific to utilization review nursing.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
- Improved patient care quality by conducting thorough utilization reviews and making recommendations for optimal treatment plans.
- Contributed to organizational success by providing expert advice on medical necessity criteria and evidence-based practices in utilization review nursing.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning by actively participating in departmental meetings, trainings, and continuing education opportunities related to utilization review.
- Minimized financial risk associated with denials or payment discrepancies through diligent validation of medical necessity prior to service provision.
- Increased staff efficiency by providing ongoing education on proper documentation techniques necessary for accurate claims processing.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
04.2008 - 08.2009
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Enhanced overall staff morale by recognizing individual achievements and fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific College of Health And Science
New York, NY01-2026
AHNCC Accredited Program - Nurse Coaching
The Nurse Coach Collective
Online02-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Corning Community College
Corning, NY05-2007
High School Diploma -
Elmira Free Academy
Elmira, NY06-1996
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Family education
- Nursing staff leadership
- Emotional awareness
Accomplishments
- The Daisy Foundation Award Recipient 9/2023 (and 15 additional nominations since)
- Appointed guest speaker for the AOMC Commencement Ceremony 2024
- Arnot Health Nurse of Distinction Award Recipient 2024
Timeline
LPN Clinical Instructor
GST Boces
12.2018 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
04.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse
St Joseph's Hospital (Arnot Health)
04.2010 - 03.2013
Utilization Review Nurse
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
08.2009 - 04.2010
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
04.2008 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific College of Health And Science
AHNCC Accredited Program - Nurse Coaching
The Nurse Coach Collective
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Corning Community College
High School Diploma -
Elmira Free Academy
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