MICHELLE HURLICH
Ocala,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in patient care, care coordination, and case management across hospital and home care settings. Supports admissions, transfers, discharges, care planning, documentation, and compliance while working closely with physicians, nurses, social workers, patients, and families to coordinate safe, timely care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
Gainesville, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Reviewed patient charts to ensure compliance with case management and utilization review standards.
- Monitored insurance coverage and authorizations to maintain alignment with medical necessity criteria.
- Worked with physicians, nurses, and social workers on care plans.
- Coordinated connections between clients, families, caregivers, and social services to effectively address client needs.
- Referred clients to appropriate health care providers or community resources.
- Educated clients and families about rights and available community resources.
Registered Nurse (RN)
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Worked with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and review patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and case managers to coordinate bedside care and enhance patient outcomes.
- Facilitated staff assignments based on patient acuity and unit priorities to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Assisted nursing staff with immediate response during emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Trained nurses on patient care tasks and daily responsibilities to support skill development.
- Mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Documented unit activity, staffing concerns, and patient care updates to maintain accurate records and improve communication.
- Supported patient admissions, transfers, and discharges on busy units.
RN Staff Nurse
AdventHealth
Ocala, FL
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Coordinated administrative tasks and staff training to support team leader and enhance operational efficiency.
- Provided bedside nursing care aligned with AdventHealth whole-person care standards.
- Developed and updated treatment plans through thorough patient evaluations, anticipating daily needs for optimal care.
- Assessed patients to update treatment plans and anticipate daily needs.
- Worked with physicians and care teams on treatment plans.
- Taught patients and families recovery steps and discharge instructions.
- Guided new nurses on proper patient care techniques.
- Supported patient and family comfort during stressful situations, facilitating recovery and improving adherence to treatment plans.
RN Staff Nurse
The Villages Regional Hospital
The Villages, FL
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with physicians and care teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, documenting findings in electronic health records to ensure accurate patient information.
- Instructed new nurses on proper techniques, enhancing their skills for delivering quality patient care.
RN Staff Nurse
Life Care Centers of America
Plymouth, MA
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring effective patient care.
- Ensured patient safety and adhered to infection control practices, promoting a safe healthcare environment.
- Administered medications and monitored responses according to physician orders.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic medical records.
Case Manager RN
Kindred at Home
Weymouth, MA
09.2014 - 03.2018
- Coordinated home health care plans with interdisciplinary teams and clinicians to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Educated families on care instructions, medications, and discharge planning to promote adherence and positive health outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Conducted home visits to assess safety of living environments, identifying potential hazards and recommending modifications for client well-being.
Registered Nurse
Harrington House
Waltham, MA
12.2013 - 09.2014
RN Staff Nurse
South Eastern Mass Health and Rehab
New Bedford, MA
02.2013 - 12.2013
Nurse
Hallmark Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
New Bedford, MA
10.2011 - 02.2013
Respiratory Therapist
Orion Home Health
04.2001 - 10.2011
Respiratory Therapist
New England Home Therapies
10.2000 - 04.2001
Respiratory Therapist
St. Joseph Hospital
04.1999 - 08.2000
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Nursing in Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona02-2025
BSN - Nursing
Chamberlain School of Nursing
Illinois10-2013
Associates - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY01-2011
A.S. - Respiratory Care in Respiratory Therapy
St. Petersburg Junior College
Saint Petersburg, FL07-1999
Skills
- Case management
- Case management
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- RN license Florida
- Leadership Development Time Management
- Case management
Certification
- FL Registered Nurse License
- Certified Case Manger
Timeline
Case Manager
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)
UF Health Shands Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2024
RN Staff Nurse
AdventHealth
09.2019 - 09.2022
RN Staff Nurse
The Villages Regional Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2019
RN Staff Nurse
Life Care Centers of America
03.2018 - 12.2018
Case Manager RN
Kindred at Home
09.2014 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse
Harrington House
12.2013 - 09.2014
RN Staff Nurse
South Eastern Mass Health and Rehab
02.2013 - 12.2013
Nurse
Hallmark Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10.2011 - 02.2013
Respiratory Therapist
Orion Home Health
04.2001 - 10.2011
Respiratory Therapist
New England Home Therapies
10.2000 - 04.2001
Respiratory Therapist
St. Joseph Hospital
04.1999 - 08.2000
Master of Science (M.S.) - Nursing in Leadership
Grand Canyon University
BSN - Nursing
Chamberlain School of Nursing
Associates - Nursing
Excelsior College
A.S. - Respiratory Care in Respiratory Therapy
St. Petersburg Junior College