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Michelle Myers

Hamlin

Summary

Compassionate RN, BSN with extensive experience at Hendrick Hospice Care, excelling in hospice care and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and clinical judgment. Recognized for developing tailored care plans and fostering team communication, ensuring dignity and comfort for patients and families during critical times.

Experienced with patient care, clinical assessments, and medical documentation. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster patient trust and enhance care delivery. Track record of maintaining accurate health records and implementing effective care strategies.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

RN,BSN

Hendrick Hospice Care
07.2023 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
  • Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
  • Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
  • Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
  • Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
  • Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans accordingly for best possible outcomes.
  • Cultivated a positive team culture through role modeling, active listening, and open communication with peers and supervisors.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary team collaboration through proactive communication and coordination of patient services.
  • Conducted family meetings facilitating discussions surrounding goals of care, advance directives establishment or modification.
  • Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
  • Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
  • Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.

RN, BSN, Charge Nurse

Hendrick Medical Center
03.2019 - 07.2023
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA
12-2018

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Geriatric care
  • Staff supervision
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Emotional awareness
  • Hospice care

Timeline

RN,BSN

Hendrick Hospice Care
07.2023 - Current

RN, BSN, Charge Nurse

Hendrick Medical Center
03.2019 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Nicholls State University