Michelle Minkoff
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Took time off from clinical work to raise my children as well as the primary caregiver for two chronically ill family members, one with Parkinsons Disease and the other with Chronic Renal Disease.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Health Assistant
Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted students with health-related inquiries and concerns on a daily basis.
- Administered medications and first aid as required for student care.
- Coordinated health screenings while managing student health records effectively.
- Collaborated with teachers to advance student wellness initiatives in school.
- Educated students on hygiene practices and healthy lifestyle choices regularly.
- Communicated clearly with parents regarding health issues and school policies.
- Maintained cleanliness of equipment and examination rooms between patient visits.
- Observed patient conditions, reporting changes to supervising school nurse promptly.
Registered Nurse LBMRC
Long Beach Medical Reserve Corp
Long Beach, CA
05.2021 - 08.2025
- nurse volunteer at Long Beach Medical Reserve Corps
- vaccinated eligible person to Covid-19 vaccine
- provided vaccine education to the public
Registered Nurse Care Manager
Leon and Janet Minkoff
Long Beach, CA
05.2016 - 11.2025
- Provided care and patient education for individuals living with chronic conditions.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Identified patient needs and created individualized care plans for better outcomes.
Registered Nurse IV
Desert Pain and Rehabilitation Group
Palm Desert, CA
04.2011 - 04.2013
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Eisenhower Medical Center
Rancho Mirage, CA
09.2007 - 03.2011
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
Riverside, CA
05.2006 - 08.2007
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake and output levels and other medical data.
- Travel RN in the telemetry unit at Riverside Medical Center in Riverside, CA.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Little Company of Mary Hospital
Torrance, CA
06.2004 - 05.2006
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Medical Center
Baltimore, MD
06.2003 - 06.2004
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, and end-of-life care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members in the planning of patient care.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse III
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
06.2001 - 06.2003
- Provided care for critically ill patients in an ICU setting, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Assessed patient's condition and managed complex medical and surgical diagnoses.
- Performed advanced assessments of patients to determine their response to treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
William Beaumont Hospital Troy
Troy, MI
05.2000 - 06.2001
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05-2000
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Critical Care
- Documenting vitals
- Case Management
- Wound Care
- ADL Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Nursing staff leadership
- Care Planning
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical assessment
- Diabetes management
- Patient Assessments
- Home visits
- Patient care planning
- Patient Care
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Treatment Planning
- Follow-up calls
- Strong medical ethic
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Assessment
- Tracheostomy Care
- Collecting vitals
Affiliations
- RN Volunteer Long Beach Medical Reserve Corps
- Rogers Middle School Logowear Chairperson
- Kettering Elementary PTA President
- Kettering Elementary Bookfair Coordinator
- Volunteer Long Beach Community Garden
Timeline
Senior Health Assistant
Long Beach Unified School District
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse LBMRC
Long Beach Medical Reserve Corp
05.2021 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse Care Manager
Leon and Janet Minkoff
05.2016 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse IV
Desert Pain and Rehabilitation Group
04.2011 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Eisenhower Medical Center
09.2007 - 03.2011
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
05.2006 - 08.2007
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Little Company of Mary Hospital
06.2004 - 05.2006
Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Medical Center
06.2003 - 06.2004
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse III
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
06.2001 - 06.2003
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
William Beaumont Hospital Troy
05.2000 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Detroit Mercy