Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Professional Memberships
Practicum Experience
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Michelle Rawson

Charleston,SC

Summary

Highly motivated Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience as a Registered Nurse, most recently at RSFH Women's Services, specializing in clinical leadership and patient care advocacy. Has a proven track record of enhancing care coordination and mentoring staff, leading to improved patient outcomes through effective communication and adherence to ethical standards. Skilled in decision-making and creating preventive care strategies to ensure high-quality healthcare delivery. Nearly a decade of bedside nursing has equipped me to provide exceptional patient care, promote health, and actively involve families and patients in their care plans and treatment choices.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Charge Nurse

RSFH Women's Services
01.2023 - Current
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • 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.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Aya Healthcare
07.2019 - 04.2023
  • Assisted physicians during cesarean sections, ensuring timely intervention when necessary for patient safety.
  • Upheld strict infection control measures in the Labor and Delivery unit to minimize risk to vulnerable newborns.
  • Educated patients on prenatal care, newborn care, and postpartum self-care through one-on-one consultations.
  • Enhanced nursing staff efficiency by serving as a preceptor for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes in high-risk pregnancies.
  • Ensured safe deliveries by closely monitoring maternal and fetal health throughout the entire process.
  • Reduced complications during labor by promptly recognizing and addressing signs of distress in both mother and baby.
  • Provided emotional support to expectant mothers, easing anxieties and promoting a positive birthing experience.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, hospital staff, and community resources for smooth transitions home.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

St Elizabeth's Mercy Health
04.2017 - 05.2019
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.

Telemetry Registered Nurse

East Liverpool City Hospital
09.2016 - 12.2018
  • Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
  • Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
  • Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
01-2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ohio Valley College of Technology
East Liverpool, OH
09-2016

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Clinical leadership
  • Care coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Staff management
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Duty delegation
  • Ethical practice

Certification

  • Registered Nurse - 09/2016
  • ACLS - 03/2025-03/2027
  • NRP - 12/2023- 12/2025
  • Intermediate AWHONN - 05/2024
  • Rapid Response Nurse - 01/2017 - 12/2018

Timeline

Charge Nurse

RSFH Women's Services
01.2023 - Current

Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Aya Healthcare
07.2019 - 04.2023

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

St Elizabeth's Mercy Health
04.2017 - 05.2019

Telemetry Registered Nurse

East Liverpool City Hospital
09.2016 - 12.2018

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ohio Valley College of Technology

Professional Memberships

Charge Nurse - 2021 

Practicum Experience

Family Nurse Practitioner Student,  RSFH Partners OB/GYN

Charleston, SC - July 2025 - August 2025 

  • Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough assessments and implementing appropraite care plans .
  • Referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated patient care with social workers, case managers, and mental health professionals.
  • Increased adherence to recommended screenings by educating patients on the importance of preventative health services such as mammograms, colonoscopies, anad vaccinations.
  • Assisted physicians in diagnosing and treating complex health conditions by ordering diagnostic tests and interpreting results.


Family Nurse Practitioner Student, Walterboro Family and Pediatric Medicine 

Walterboro, SC - May 2025 - June 2025 

  • Care of newborns to adolescent, to include vaccinations, sick visits, and mental health coordination.
  • Developed targets interventions for high- risk patient populations, reducing hospital readmissions and improving long-term health outcomes.
  • Streamlined clinical processes, resulting in more efficient patient flow and reduced wait times.
  • Served as an advocated for patients and their families, effectively addressing concerns and facilitating communication with healthcare providers.
  • Participated in continuing education oppurtunities to stay updated on advances in nursing practice, enhancing clinical comptetence and the quality of care provided.


Family Nurse Practitioner Student, Tidewater Doctors 

Charleston, SC - January 2025 - April 2025

  • Leveraged strong communication skills to educate patients and families on self-care techniques, improving adherence to treatment plans and promoting overall health.
  • Contributed to the development of clinic policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and promoting best practices in patient care.
  • Utilized telemedicine technology to provide remote consultations, increasing access to healthcare services for rural patients.
  • Promoted health education within the community, leading presentations on various topics including diabetes management and immunizations.


Family Nurse Practitioner Student, Liberty Doctors 

Charleston, SC - September 2024 - December 2024 

  • Implemented preventive care strategies through routine screenings and vaccinations, educing the incidence of chronic illnesses among patients served.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, coordinating care among various specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring timely interventions and treatment plans.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.

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