Michelle Ripepi
Venetia,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic Registered Nurse eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and motivated to learn and grow. Focused on continuously advancing my expertise in the field of nursing.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ripepi Surgical Associates
Bethel Park, PA
01.2016 - 07.2020
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Introduced organization systems to keep filed customer documents confidential and increase operational efficiency.
- Efficiently performed insurance verifications, pre-certifications and pre-authorization functions.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines at all times to protect patient privacy.
- Reviewed, analyzed and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
Registered Nurse
Southwestern Surgical Associates, P.C.
Pleasant Hills , PA
08.2002 - 12.2015
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
Registered Nurse Cardiac oR
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2001 - 07.2001
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
Registered Nurse Trauma Life Support Center
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
08.1998 - 07.2001
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Mercy Hospital School Of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA07.1998
Associate of Science - Biology/Genetics
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Preventative Health
- Intravenous Therapy
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Triaging
- Patient Check-Ins
- Indirect Patient Care
- Family advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ripepi Surgical Associates
01.2016 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse
Southwestern Surgical Associates, P.C.
08.2002 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse Cardiac oR
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
01.2001 - 07.2001
Registered Nurse Trauma Life Support Center
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
08.1998 - 07.2001
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Mercy Hospital School Of Nursing
Associate of Science - Biology/Genetics
Carnegie Mellon University
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