Michelle Gray
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with 19 years of experience in critical and medical-surgical care. Recognized clinical leader and mentor, honored with The Daisy Foundation Award and Nurse of Distinction Award for patient advocacy and team collaboration. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions through clinical judgment and evidence-based interventions, focused on improving patient outcomes and fostering staff morale.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Medical Specialties Unit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
Norfolk, VA
04.2025 - Current
- Prioritized nursing interventions for high-acuity patients, utilizing advanced critical thinking to respond effectively to rapidly changing conditions.
- Conducted comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments, facilitating timely interventions through prompt notification to physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to manage complex comorbidities, ensuring delivery of patient-centered treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Elmira, NY
04.2010 - 03.2025
- Delivered high-quality, holistic nursing care, earning The Daisy Foundation Award (2023) and 15+ additional nominations for excellence.
- Executed advanced clinical tasks including IV administration, catheter insertion, airway management, and wound care to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Led nursing teams and mentored new staff, cultivating a supportive environment that enhanced unit morale and contributed to staff retention.
- Selected as Guest Speaker for the 2024 AOMC Commencement Ceremony and honored as the 2024 Arnot Health Nurse of Distinction.
LPN Clinical Instructor
GST BOCES
Elmira, NY
12.2018 - 05.2022
- Implemented evidence-based teaching methods and provided constructive feedback to optimize student learning and professional growth.
- Directed clinical rotations and laboratory environments, delivering expert instruction that enhanced student readiness for diverse patient populations.
- Promoted ethical conduct and cultural competence, exemplifying professional bedside manner to prepare future nurses for real-world interactions.
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph’s Hospital (Arnot Health)
Elmira, NY
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions, providing timely reports to medical staff for effective decision-making.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Delivered stabilization and care for acute patients, ensuring adherence to infection control and safety protocols.
Utilization Review Nurse
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
Horseheads, NY
08.2009 - 04.2010
- Conducted comprehensive utilization reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through meticulous documentation and validation of medical necessity.
- Optimized resource utilization and identified unnecessary procedures to mitigate healthcare costs and financial risk.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to assess patient care plans and improve quality of services provided.
- Analyzed medical records for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and ensuring appropriate documentation practices.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Elcor Health And Rehabilitation Center
Horseheads, NY
04.2008 - 08.2009
- Supervised RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff, managing schedules and workflows to ensure seamless care delivery and optimize resource allocation.
- Coordinated complex patient care efforts as primary liaison between administration and medical staff to enhance collaboration and communication.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care standards and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to enhance team effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Holistic Nursing
Pacific College of Health and Science
New York, NY01-2026
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
SUNY Corning Community College
Corning, NY01-2007
Skills
- Medication & IV Administration
- Acute Patient Assessment
- Patient assessment
- Care Plan Development
- Patient-Centered Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Charting
- Regulatory compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Clinical leadership
- Family education
Certification
- Nurse Coaching Certification (2021) | The Nurse Coach Collective
- AHNCC Accredited Program
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Medical Specialties Unit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
04.2025 - Current
LPN Clinical Instructor
GST BOCES
12.2018 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
04.2010 - 03.2025
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
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
SUNY Corning Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Holistic Nursing
Pacific College of Health and Science