Michelle Hoffmann
Sparks,NV
Summary
Cardiac Cath Lab and ICU Registered Nurse with charge nurse responsibilities, adept in clinical decision-making and critical thinking. Excelled in optimizing patient outcomes through collaborative teamwork, advanced procedural support, and effective communication. Demonstrated excellence in equipment utilization and emergency response, enhancing treatment strategies and patient care. Provided excellent team work strategies while in charge. Proper delgation while keeping workflow seamless with communication to physicians and nurses.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
- Worked with various departments and physicians to enhance treatment strategies for better patient outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Optimized equipment utilization by performing daily maintenance checks and troubleshooting equipment.
- Mitigated complications by promptly addressing urgent situations. Actively involved with STEMI and emergency cases, as well as addressing complications that may arise.
- Provided support and care for cardiac patients through challenging procedures.
- Facilitated procedure success with skilled administration of conscious sedation under physician supervision.
- Prepared essential supplies, medications, and equipment for each case.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Northern Nevada Medical
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Optimized equipment utilization by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting technical issues as needed.
- Minimized complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
- Contributed to successful procedure outcomes through expert administration of conscious sedation under physician guidance.
- Nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Proved sedation nursing care to patients undergoing MRI, CT biopsies, and routine EKG during downtime to provide efficient patient care.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 11.2019
- Provided continuous hemodynamic monitoring for critically ill patients, adjusting treatments accordingly to optimize outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication with peers, interdisciplinary team members, and leadership personnel.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Effectively managed patient care by prioritizing care needs and delegating tasks to support staff as needed.
- Educated families on cardiac conditions, treatment options, and post-discharge care, facilitating informed decision-making processes.
- Participated in code blue situations, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD12-2013
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork and professionalism
- Adaptable to change
- Clinical decision making
- Nursing work delegation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management/multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Northern Nevada Medical
11.2019 - 06.2020
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland
Similar Profiles
Kelly SquagliaKelly Squaglia
Registered Nurse at Renown Regional Medical CenterRegistered Nurse at Renown Regional Medical Center
Brian WalshBrian Walsh
Registered Respiratory Therapist at Renown Regional Medical CenterRegistered Respiratory Therapist at Renown Regional Medical Center
Holly CimadonHolly Cimadon
Emergency Room Registered Nurse at Renown Regional Medical CenterEmergency Room Registered Nurse at Renown Regional Medical Center