MICHELLE JOSEPH-FERMIN, MSN,RN,OCN
Riverview
Summary
Compassionate clinical nurse recognized for delivering high-quality patient care with a focus on efficiency and productivity. Proficient in patient assessment, emergency interventions, and chronic disease management, fostering effective communication and teamwork among healthcare professionals. Demonstrates strong adaptability in fast-paced environments, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes. Career goals include advancing into specialized nursing roles to enhance patient care delivery.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Supervisor
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Coordinated scheduling of staff to meet departmental needs.
- Performed regular rounds throughout the facility to observe performance of assigned staff members.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to newly hired nurses or those transitioning into a new role.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Provided staff education and training on new equipment, techniques, and processes.
Clinical Nurse, PCU
Kindred Hospital, Central
Tampa
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine necessary care interventions.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as required.
- Administered medications and treatments in strict accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, and evaluate patient care effectively.
- Assisted in implementing quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and recovery processes.
- Maintained accurate medical records to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Adhered to ethical practice standards while delivering compassionate patient care.
Clinical Nurse
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa
11.2016 - 07.2023
- Developed teaching plans for patients regarding self-care management techniques for chronic illnesses or rehabilitation goals.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including patient education and referrals to community resources.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure cohesive patient care and treatment plans.
Clinical Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa
11.2002 - 11.2016
- Coordinated services between multiple departments to keep procedures and testing on track.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, documentation.
- Established nursing service philosophies, goals or procedures.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols.
- Planned, evaluated or modified treatment programs by observing and interviewing patients or analyzing patient records.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Supervised junior nursing staff and nursing students, providing mentorship and guidance.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2022
Skills
- Staff mentoring and coaching
- Nursing staff development
- Nursing plan development
- Clinical judgment
- Department organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Goal oriented
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- OCN Certification
Accomplishments
- Honored Nurse recipient (Moffitt Cancer Center)
- Daisy award nominee (Moffitt Cancer Center & Tampa General Hospital)
- Nurse of the year 2006 (Tampa General Hospital)
Certification
- Oncology Nurse Certification
- NIHSS
- Geriatric Resource Nurse certification
Timeline
Clinical Nurse, PCU
Kindred Hospital, Central
10.2025 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Moffitt Cancer Center
07.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse
Moffitt Cancer Center
11.2016 - 07.2023
Clinical Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
11.2002 - 11.2016
Master of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University