Michelle Holford
Janesville,WI
Summary
Compassionate Clinic Registered Nurse recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient education, wound care, and emergency response. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to provide exceptional patient care and support to healthcare teams. Strive to enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes through proactive problem solving and effective time management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic Registered Nurse
Mercy Clinic East
Janesville, WI
12.2017 - Current
- Educated patients on health management and medication adherence.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems effectively.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure optimal patient care.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of staff, patients and families about healthcare needs and treatment options.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Ordered laboratory tests as directed by physician orders or protocol guidelines.
- Served as a resource for other nurses seeking guidance related to best practices for delivering high quality patient care.
- Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
Clinic Registered Nurse
Mercy Clinic Beloit
Beloit, Wisconsin
07.2015 - 12.2017
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses daily.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients on health management and medication adherence.
- Recorded medical information in electronic medical records system.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital And Trauma Center
Janesville, WI
08.2010 - 07.2015
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Provided compassionate care to families of critically ill patients.
- Administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood products, and other therapeutic interventions as prescribed by physicians.
- Participated in performance improvement activities within the Intensive Care Unit.
- Served as an advocate for critically ill patients by ensuring their rights were respected during their stay at the ICU.
Medical Unit Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital And Trauma Center
Janesville, Wisconsin
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance.
- Ensured a safe environment by following infection control practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members during difficult times.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by the physician.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Nursing Unit Clerk
Mercy Hospital And Trauma Center
Janesville, Wisconsin
12.2003 - 06.2009
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans effectively.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Placed written physician orders into computer system
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI 08.2005 - 05.2009
Craig High School
Janesville, WisconsinCNA - Nursing Assitant
Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI 09.2003 - 12.2003
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Health education
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Compassionate care
- Conflict resolution
- Diagnostic testing
- Immunizations
- Immunization administration
- Patient charting
- Clinic scheduling
- Patient education
- Telephone triage
- Basic life support
Certification
- Basic life support
- Wisconsin nursing license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinic Registered Nurse
Mercy Clinic East
12.2017 - Current
Clinic Registered Nurse
Mercy Clinic Beloit
07.2015 - 12.2017
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital And Trauma Center
08.2010 - 07.2015
Medical Unit Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital And Trauma Center
07.2009 - 07.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Technical College
08.2005 - 05.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant/Nursing Unit Clerk
Mercy Hospital And Trauma Center
12.2003 - 06.2009
CNA - Nursing Assitant
Blackhawk Technical College
09.2003 - 12.2003
Craig High School