MICHELLE PUTNAM
PENFIELD
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable of orthopedic surgical procedures and the recovery process. Well versed in documentation, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambulatory Outpatient Services RN
Rochester Regional Health System
06.2023 - Current
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms in order to effectively triage patients questions and concerns.
- Room patients in a timely and friendly manner.
- Assist with in-office procedures as requested. Ie; vascular treatments and dressing changes. General surgery I&D's, removal of drains, staples, and sutures. ENT nasal scope procedures, biopsies, ear tube insertions.
- Maintain superior Communication with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Utilize a strong knowledge base to successfully cover multiple different services.
Per Diem PACU Staff Nurse
Rochester Ambulatory Surgical Center (RASC)
06.2020 - 11.2023
- Utilize superior critical thinking and assessment skills ensuring smooth and safe transitions through recovery and discharge phase of surgery.
- Ensure exceptional outpatient experiences by demonstrating positive and supportive attitude.
- Eagerly accept any assignment. Flex as needed to Pre-Op, PACU, or other outpatient facilities associated with RASC.
- Support healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with facility policies and maintaining situational awareness.
- Perform meticulous documentation regarding patient assessments and medications administered.
- Provide detailed verbal and written discharge instructions to patients and families prior to discharge.
- Assist with onboarding and orientation of new nurses as requested.
District Flex Nurse
Webster Central School District
09.2012 - 09.2020
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by working collaboratively with district health coordinator, school nurses, district physician, students, and parents, to achieve successful daily operations of nine health offices within district.
- Traveled between buildings daily to help support office nurse's needs. Filled in for sick calls as needed.
- Developed and implemented protocols and procedures to ensure best standards of practice for care of medically fragile students.
- Created comprehensive orientation program for all new nurses and health aides.
- Functioned as clinical resource nurse for health office staff.
Assistant Director of Nursing/ Registered Nurse Supervisor
St. Ann’s Community
01.2005 - 08.2012
- Successfully cultivated a cohesive team environment emphasizing teamwork and accountability by modeling positive attitude, transparency, open communication, and conflict resolution tactics when necessary.
- Demonstrated high degree of flexibility and adaptability to meet challenges of daily operations.
- Participated in recruitment and retention of highly qualified nursing candidates.
- Successfully planned, implemented, and monitored nursing budget.
- Consistently monitored staffing patterns to ensure appropriate staffing/patient ratios.
- Actively participated in annual DOH survey.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
Surgical Oncology/PACU Registered Nurse
Strong Memorial Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Utilized excellent assessment and critical thinking to monitored and responded quickly to complex surgical patients needs.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all members of the team to move patients efficiently through various stages of recovery including discharge.
- Functioned independently in charge nurse roll.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
Education
Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Health Care Emphasis
SUNY Brockport
2004
Legal Nurse Consultant -
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY2001
Bachelors of Science - Nursing, BSN
SUNY Brockport
1999
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Superior critical thinking
- Effective Communicator
- Thorough documentation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Autonomous
- Highly motivated
Timeline
Ambulatory Outpatient Services RN
Rochester Regional Health System
06.2023 - Current
Per Diem PACU Staff Nurse
Rochester Ambulatory Surgical Center (RASC)
06.2020 - 11.2023
District Flex Nurse
Webster Central School District
09.2012 - 09.2020
Assistant Director of Nursing/ Registered Nurse Supervisor
St. Ann’s Community
01.2005 - 08.2012
Surgical Oncology/PACU Registered Nurse
Strong Memorial Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2005
Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Health Care Emphasis
SUNY Brockport
Legal Nurse Consultant -
University of Rochester
Bachelors of Science - Nursing, BSN
SUNY Brockport
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