Michelle Lauder
Hager City
Summary
Enthusiastic Licensed Practical Nurse with 25 years of experience in healthcare administration, patient and family education and providing best-in-class indirect and direct patient care. Committed to designing individual care plans for long-term patient health and advocating for patient needs. Clear-thinking Field Nurse with demonstrated skills in healthcare management and patient safety. Kind and detail-oriented with excellent clinical skills. Adept in initiating plans of care and making revisions to foster optimal patient health. Ready to apply emergency talents to a dynamic new position. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Field Nurse
Allina Health
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team collaboration for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
CPR/BLS Instructor
MNCPR, LLC
06.2019 - 11.2023
- Improved student retention rates by consistently delivering engaging and interactive BLS training sessions.
- Enhanced training effectiveness by incorporating real-life scenarios and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Increased participants'' pass rates with tailored instruction for individuals with varying learning styles.
- Assisted in the development of new course materials, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on BLS techniques.
- Administered practical exams, providing constructive feedback to enhance students'' skills and performance.
- Promoted a positive learning environment for optimal skill acquisition among diverse groups of learners.
- Contributed to higher program enrollment by maintaining exceptional participant satisfaction ratings.
- Facilitated regular practice sessions, reinforcing core concepts and building students'' confidence in their abilities.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices and continuously improve teaching methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, identifying areas for additional support and intervention when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with American Heart Association guidelines in all aspects of BLS instruction and certification procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry standards and best practices in BLS instruction.
- Provided timely communication with students regarding class schedules, updates, and any changes or cancellations as needed.
- Organized supplies for each training session, ensuring all equipment was clean, functional, and readily available for use during classes.
- Proactively addressed any concerns or issues raised by students during the course, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Connected theory to practice by explaining the rationale behind each BLS technique and its real-world application in emergency situations.
- Assessed students'' understanding of course material through quizzes, tests, and informal evaluations to ensure comprehension before advancing to more complex topics.
LPN Field Nurse/PCT Preceptor
Allina Hospitals & Clinics
12.2017 - 06.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team collaboration for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Provided skilled nursing care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and chronically ill patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decisionmaking.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in administering nursing care that aligned with industry best practices and promoted positive results.
- Collaborated with other nurses to provide seamless coverage during shift changes ensuring continuity of safe quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance nursing skills, consistently delivering high-quality patient care.
- Worked closely with healthcare staff to devise personalized care plans adaptive to changing patient needs by detailing treatment methods, dosage and duration.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
- Complied with State Department of Health by completing required forms and entering in computer database.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
- Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
- Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Enhanced PCT trainee skills by developing comprehensive simulation exercises and hands-on practice sessions.
- Mentored PCT students, providing individualized guidance and support to help them achieve their career goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations, trends, and advancements in patient care techniques.
LPN Office Nurse
Allina Medical Clinic
05.2010 - 10.2017
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, resulting in reduced wait times and increased patient satisfaction.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Contributed to ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the practice by offering insights based on clinical expertise and patient feedback analysis.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities for professional development purposes while staying apprised of industry best practices and emerging healthcare trends.
- Prepared patients for diagnostic testing procedures by explaining the process, providing reassurance, and answering any questions they may have.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
St. Louis Park, MNBachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Catherine's University
Minneapolis, MNAssociate of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical
Red Wing, MN12.2024
Skills
- Cardiac Care
- Behavioral Health
- Catheter Care
- Quality Improvement
- Tracheostomy Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health Promotion
- Diabetes management
- Disease Prevention
- Patient Safety
- Clinical judgment
- Respiratory Care
- Nursing Documentation
- Neurological care
- Ethical Practice
- Care Plan Management
- Physician Collaboration
- Progress Monitoring
- Vitals collection
- Documentation
- Infection Control
- Medication Administration
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Education
- Healthcare management
- Care Plan Development
- Care Coordination
- Patient Advocacy
- Individualized treatment plans
- Disease prevention strategies
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Health Education
- Acute Care
- Patient Assessment
- Treatment Room Preparation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient support
- Wound Care
- Patient Charting
- Patient Observation
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Professional Demeanor
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Active Listening
- Written Communication
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Interpersonal Communication
- Intravenous Medications
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective Communication
- Self Motivation
- Equipment Inspection
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Analytical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking Abilities
- Quality Assessments
- Medical Paperwork Processing
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Goal Setting
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)
- CPR/AED
- Time Management
- Responsible and Dependable
- Epic Systems
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Conditions Reporting
Certification
- Licensed PN - 25 years
- CPR/BLS/First Aid, MN CPR, LLC - 4 years
- Doula as needed
Reading, dancing, and hiking
I love to dance and have been dancing since I was 3 years old and was able to join a dance studio. I have also taught some dance classes over the years, such as adult clogging and hip hop. I also volunteered and helped teach when my children were in dance classes. I also love to go hiking with my husband and son. Reading for fun is something I also like to do when I have a chance.
Timeline
LPN Field Nurse
Allina Health
10.2022 - 02.2024
CPR/BLS Instructor
MNCPR, LLC
06.2019 - 11.2023
LPN Field Nurse/PCT Preceptor
Allina Hospitals & Clinics
12.2017 - 06.2022
LPN Office Nurse
Allina Medical Clinic
05.2010 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Catherine's University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical
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