Michelle Loughridge
Wheelersburg,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Critical Care trained Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Kings Daughters Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Kings Daughter Medical Center
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Knox Community Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 2 patients on average in post-operative recovery room
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Performed thorough post operative patient assessment, review of history, discharge planning, and review of diagnostic studies with appropriate follow through and physician consultation
- Kept meticulous charting records regarding patient assessments and quickly communicated changes and updates to Physician, CRNA, and other staff members as needed
- Acted as chosen surgical services representative on Shared Governance Council to review and design up to date, patient centered policies
- Provided individualized and compassionate care and dedicated oversight to 2 patients on average in the post-operative recovery room
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing the correct intervention and or dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort
- Provided key education to patients and their caregiver on post-operative instruction, including infection, post-operatic complications, preventative measures, and medication administration
- Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Kings Daughters Medical Center
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Monitor exact, detailed reports and records of critical ICU patient.
- Consult and coordinate with health care team members about whole patient care plans.
- Assist physicians with procedures such as central, and arterial line placement, bronchoscopy, endoscopy, and intubation.
- Initiate, monitor, and maintain patients on Dialysis, Intra Aortic Balloon Pump, and therapeutic hypothermia.
- Precepted new nursing fellows, and nursing students.
- Assessed and provided quick, course altering care and interventions to patients throughout the hospital as part of a 2 nurse Rapid Response Team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OHAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH2011
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH2010
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Clinical expertise
- Nursing staff leadership
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Pre- and post-surgical care
- Patient and caregiver education
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- EMR systems
- Critical Care Nursing
Certification
- ACLS/BLS
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Registered Nurse in KY, License number 1130461, 2018
- Registered Nurse in OH, License number 458666
Timeline
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Kings Daughters Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Kings Daughter Medical Center
03.2020 - 02.2022
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Knox Community Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2020
Post Anesthesia Care RN
Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital
04.2015 - 01.2019
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Kings Daughters Medical Center
01.2012 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Cedarville University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Collins Career Center
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