Michelle Ritchie
West Linn
Summary
Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering 600 hours of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration, and health education.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing-student
Adventist Health Portland
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Nursing Student
Legacy Emanuel Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Administered vaccines to hospital employees, ensuring compliance with health protocols.
- Performed N95 mask fit testing for hospital employees
- Performed blood draws for employees and onboarding volunteers at an employee health clinic.
Nursing Student
Unity Behavioral Health
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Supported the healthcare team in delivering specialized care to pediatric mental health patients.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to support patients
Nursing Student
Legacy Randall Children Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided compassionate care to pediatric oncology and cardiac patients in a children's hospital.
- Assisted in the treatment and monitoring of children, contributing to their recovery and health.
- Promoted infection control measures by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla University
College Place, WA06-2025
Skills
- Task prioritization
- Time management
- De-escalation techniques
- Therapeutic communication
- Collaborative team work
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Nursing Student
Legacy Emanuel Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
Nursing Student
Unity Behavioral Health
04.2024 - 06.2024
Nursing Student
Legacy Randall Children Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Nursing-student
Adventist Health Portland
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla University
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