Michelle Ritz
South Easton,MA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 32 year progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Admissions Coordinator Cardiovascular Med
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Brighton, MA
03.2023 - Current
- Responsible for scheduling all procedures for EP lab, Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Peripheral Vascular Lab.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of procedures.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current.
- Triage clinical information between patients and providers.
- Coordinate hospital to hospital transfers.
- Document in patient chart as well as patient portal.
Preop/PACU RN
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
Brighton, MA
01.2018 - 03.2023
- Assessed, instructed & prepared patients prior to surgery
- Ensured that operative and informed consents were signed and correct.
- Recorded baseline vital signs pre-procedure and initiated IVs.
- Assessed patient's post-operative condition, monitored vital signs and ensured patient comfort
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills to ensure patient flow throughout the pre and post op areas.
ICU RN
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Brighton, MA
01.1999 - 03.2018
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and updating ICU protocols.
- Reduced patient complications through diligent monitoring and swift interventions during critical situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in improved recovery outcomes.
- Managed accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, treatments, and progress to maintain clear records for effective decision-making.
- Operated advanced life support equipment proficiently during emergencies, stabilizing critically ill patients swiftly when necessary.
Respiratory Step-down, RN
Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, RI
10.1992 - 12.1998
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- 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 accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Education
Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing
Brockton, MA06.1992
Skills
- Care Plan Implementation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Critical Care Nursing
- Clinical Documentation
- Effective Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- ACLS, BLS and PALS certified
Timeline
Nurse Admissions Coordinator Cardiovascular Med
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Preop/PACU RN
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
01.2018 - 03.2023
ICU RN
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
01.1999 - 03.2018
Respiratory Step-down, RN
Rhode Island Hospital
10.1992 - 12.1998
Nursing
Brockton Hospital School of Nursing