Michelle Harrison
fordmichelle@att.net,fordmichelle@att.net
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Corewell Health, skilled in medication administration and diabetes management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and strong communication with families. Recognized for reducing medication errors and fostering a collaborative team environment, ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Corewell Health
02.2022 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
LPN Charge Nurse
Centria Healthcare
05.2017 - 02.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Athena Career Academy
5203 Airport Highway Toledo Ohio05-2017
Skills
- Tracheostomy care
- Medication administration
- Home healthcare
- Catheter care
- Diagnostic testing
- Diabetes management
- IV therapy
- Immunization administration
- Vital signs
Certification
BLS
First Aid
Timeline
LPN
Corewell Health
02.2022 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Centria Healthcare
05.2017 - 02.2022
Diploma - Nursing
Athena Career Academy
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