Michelle Meyer
Dyersville,IA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse House Supervisor
Regional Medical Center
Manchester, Iowa
07.2014 - Current
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff as needed.
- Maintained awareness of advances in modern medicine and operated computerized diagnostic equipment, data processing technology, sanitation protocol and life support machinery.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
- Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Medical Center
Dyersville, IA
06.2003 - 07.2014
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Central Carolina Hospital
Sanford, NC
06.1993 - 06.2003
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses, supporting personal growth and enhancing professional development.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
Peosta, IA01.1993
Skills
- Case review
- Patient education and advocacy
- Utilization management
- Quality controls
- Staff leadership
- Nursing assignments
- Medication and IV administration
- IV drug therapy management
Certification
- ACLS, PALS, BLS, NRP
Timeline
Nurse House Supervisor
Regional Medical Center
07.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Medical Center
06.2003 - 07.2014
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Central Carolina Hospital
06.1993 - 06.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College