Michelle Moya-Hordynski
Redlands,CA
Summary
Focused, reliable and result-driven, registered nurse with over 20 years' success in the perinatal/neonatal acute setting. Strong understanding of clinical practices, contributing to development of competent nurses. Have experience with engaging didactic and clinical lessons as clinical instructor. Excited to bring talent to growing nursing program and developing and skilled practical and registered nurses.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
West Coast University
08.2024 - Current
- Evaluate student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.
- Facilitate skill development through hands-on clinical training, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical application.
- Manage classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Supervise students during clinical rotations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures while promoting patient safety and quality care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Eisenhower Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Attend all high-risk deliveries.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Decreased antibiotic use via evidence-based practice and committees.
- Enhance patient satisfaction scores by spear-heading a "Read-To-Me" program.
- Provide compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based practice care for Level II NICU.
- Provide lactation assistance to parents.
Registered Nurse
Riverside University Health System
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop individualized birth plans for expectant mothers.
- Contributed to improved patient outcomes by participating in quality improvement initiatives focused on evidence-based practice within the labor and delivery unit.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs and fetal heart rate during labor.
- Mentored new nursing staff in the labor and delivery unit, fostering a culture of professional growth and continuous learning.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by recognizing early signs of distress and promptly initiating appropriate interventions.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing empathetic and compassionate care during labor and delivery.
- Conducted newborn assessments to identify potential health issues or developmental concerns early on.
- Facilitated successful breastfeeding experiences by assisting new mothers with proper latch techniques and positioning strategies.
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Kaiser Permanente
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times while navigating the complexities of neonatal intensive care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the NICU, resulting in improved patient outcomes and overall unit performance.
- Facilitated parent education sessions on infant care, fostering confidence and competence in new parents transitioning home with their newborns.
- Assessed potential risks within the NICU environment, implementing preventive measures to maintain patient safety and wellbeing.
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU & LC
Redlands Community Hospital
03.2004 - 01.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Attended High-Risk deliveries on labor and delivery units.
- Participated on Transport NICU Team.
- Provided lactation assistance to parents.
- Precepted newly graduated nursing staff.
- Charge Role as needed.
Travel Registered Nurse, NICU
Pro Care One Nurses
01.2002 - 03.2004
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers and social workers, facilitating smooth transitions from hospital to home environments for patients and families alike.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions for premature infants requiring ventilatory support, contributing to successful weaning.
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessment data, fostering consistent progress towards health goals for each infant.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient treatment plans, resulting in better overall care.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Providence Memorial Hospital
12.1999 - 01.2001
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, monitoring patients for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing emotional support throughout their infant''s NICU stay.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients, identifying subtle changes in condition that required medical intervention or modification of treatment plans.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership And Management
West Coast University
Anaheim, California01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12-1999
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ12-2011
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Clinical expertise in Perinatal Care
- Clinical instruction/supervision of students
- Teaching proficiency
- Lesson planning
- Quality assurance maintenance
- Managing simulation equipment
- Evaluating student performance
- Learning Management System competent
Accomplishments
2024- Earned RNC-NIC, NCC accreditation
2019-Lead Role in Skin to Skin in the OR
Worked closely with physicians and staff to improve the experience for mothers who have undergone cesarean delivery.
2017- Lead Role on Donor Breast Milk Use
Lead the integration of donor breast milk as a quality improvement project to improve exclusive breastfeeding rates.
2018- Recognition – Oral Aversion Study Recognized by Sigma Theta Tau International for collaborating with Redlands Community Hospital in study related to neonate’s oral aversions to their mother’s milk.
Certification
- RNC, Neonatal Intensive Care NCC Accredited
- Board Registered Nurse - Since 1999
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- BLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
West Coast University
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Eisenhower Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Riverside University Health System
09.2017 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Kaiser Permanente
07.2016 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU & LC
Redlands Community Hospital
03.2004 - 01.2014
Travel Registered Nurse, NICU
Pro Care One Nurses
01.2002 - 03.2004
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Providence Memorial Hospital
12.1999 - 01.2001
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership And Management
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At El Paso
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
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