Michelle Mathiesen
POULSBO,WA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse and Administrator with a proven track record at Kitsap Medical Group, excelling in clinical nursing and patient education. Recognized for enhancing team productivity through innovative solutions and effective time management. Committed to compassionate patient advocacy and continuous improvement in nursing practices.
Innovative health care professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse and Administrator
Donald L Sharman MD
08.2009 - Current
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Improved employee productivity with effective time management strategies for daily tasks.
- Organized and executed quarterly staff training sessions, keeping team informed on latest administrative protocols and technology.
- Developed comprehensive filing system that significantly improved document retrieval times.
- Optimized supply chain logistics for office supplies, avoiding stockouts and excess inventory.
- Improved team productivity with introduction of shared online calendar for tracking deadlines and appointments.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Staff Nurse
Martha & Mary Health Services
01.1998 - 08.2005
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Education
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA06.2002
Skills
- Care coordination
- Staff training and development
- Operations management
- Business development
- Project planning
- Policy implementation
- Budget control
- Policy and procedure development
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Electronic health records management
Accomplishments
Built a career starting as a floor nurse (LPN) and rising to back office manager and then to administrator of the entire practice.
Responsible for the day to day business operations of a fast paced clinic. Responsible for reviewing and auditing medical records, creating processes to improve documentation and medical coding. Built HIPAA policy and procedures. Responsible for staffing and staff policy and procedures, training and retention. Researched EMR systems, implementing technical processes to achieve accurate medical records.
Applied and was awarded grant funds to improve Medicaid lives and created an integrated behavioral health program in to our physical clinic.
Requested and awarded donated funds to continue and improve the behavioral health program, as well as supplement our physical care of patients.
Timeline
Nurse and Administrator
Donald L Sharman MD
08.2009 - Current
Staff Nurse
Martha & Mary Health Services
01.1998 - 08.2005
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bates Technical College