Michelle Sanford, BSN, Compact RN License
Bradenton
Summary
Motivated individual with strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills. Seeking new challenges to further develop and grow. Possessing adaptability and the ability to work effectively without constant supervision. Excels at quickly mastering new skills and tasks.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telephonic Nurse Case Manager
Genex Services LLC/ A.M Skier Agency
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and ensure service continuity.
- Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems, effectively navigating complex insurance processes and coverage issues.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality when discussing sensitive patient information over the phone or via electronic correspondence.
- Evaluated patients referred for case management to determine physical, mental, financial and psychosocial status by utilizing comprehensive, standardized criteria to identify existing and potential needs.
- Facilitated timely referrals to appropriate specialists, expediting necessary treatments and improving overall health outcomes.
- Collected and inputted case data in managed care system and timely and accurately generated required correspondence and review notification for management.
Staff Nurse
Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa
12.2020 - Current
- I currently work in our surgical area
- My responsibilities include Pre-op, IV sedation, circulating in the OR and PACU.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
Staff Nurse/PACU
Doctors Hospital Same Day Surgery Center
04.2017 - 04.2022
- Specialties include: Aesthetic/Cosmetic Surgery, General Surgery, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, ENT, Pain Management, Pediatrics, Plastic Surgery, Podiatry, Urology, Infertility Procedures
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
Staff Nurse
Akron Children's Hospital
09.2011 - 07.2017
- Outpatient Surgery Center (Pre-Op/ PACU), May 2015- July 2017
- Main Hospital (Pre-Op/ PACU), January 2014- May 2015
- Transitional Care Unit ( Trach/Vent, Epilepsy and Rehabilitation Unit) Required to Float to PICU and Burn Center, January 2012- June 2014
- Interim Education Coordinator, February 2014- May 2014 (Covered for Maternity Leave)
- Float Pool, September 2011- January 2012
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Staff Nurse
New Horizons Psychiatry
08.2010 - 09.2011
- I was responsible for prior authorizations, obtaining detailed histories, assisting in group sessions, obtaining drug screens, checking in patients, and phone triage.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
Realtor
Howard Hanna Real Estate
01.2008 - 08.2010
- Real Estate Sales and Leasing
- Facilitated closing process on behalf of clients and reviewed parts of contracts to resolve issues prior to closing.
- Promoted properties via advertisements, open houses and multiple listing services.
- Expanded new business with implementation of networking and marketing strategies and generation of sales collateral.
- Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.
Realtor
RE/MAX Commitment
11.2004 - 01.2008
- Real Estate Sales and Leasing; Management
- President's Sales Club, Award of Achievement, 2006
- Generated list of properties to meet specific client needs.
- Facilitated closing process on behalf of clients and reviewed parts of contracts to resolve issues prior to closing.
- Accompanied buyers during property inspections.
- Communicated with inspectors, lenders and pest control companies to maintain purchase agreement terms.
- Expanded new business with implementation of networking and marketing strategies and generation of sales collateral.
RN: Homecare/ Nursing Home
Callos Nursing Services
01.2004 - 01.2008
- I was responsible for initial client interviews, assessments, administering medications and coordinating care
- I also supervised as needed in Nursing Homes around the area.
School Nurse/ 1 year contract
Perry Local Schools
08.2003 - 01.2004
- I was responsible for 6 schools within the district
- I obtained and reviewed emergency medical forms, performed vision screening, administered medications, assisted with education regarding safety at home and poison control
Staff Nurse
Aultman Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2003
- I worked 6 months on the Oncology Unit and 6 months on the Pediatric Unit
- I was responsible for assessments, admissions, discharges and medication administration along with direct patient care.
Nurse Technician- Oncology Floor
Aultman Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2001
- I worked under the direction of the RN during my last year of nursing school
- I was able to give medications and perform RN duties under RN's direction
- It was a new program they developed and implemented for senior nursing students to gain experience and transition into RN position once NCLEX was taken
Medical Assistant
Gynecologic Oncologist of NE Ohio
08.1995 - 01.2000
- I was responsible for assisting the physicians with procedures, phone triage, phlebotomy, vital signs, administering medications
- I also traveled between our Akron and Canton offices.
Medical Assistant
Portage Family Practice
01.1992 - 01.1995
- I was responsible for ordering supplies, EKG's, phlebotomy, insurance referrals, scheduling tests, assisting physicians with procedures, administering medications and phone triage.
Education
Real Estate -
Hondros College
01.2004
BSN -
Kent State University
01.2001
Medical Assisting -
Akron Institute/Herzog College
01.1992
Skills
- Clinical decision-making
- Clinical assessment
- Efficient data management
- Patient care coordination
- Professional client interactions
- Proficient in self-management
- Client case management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective problem resolution
- Effective time management
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Consistent reliability
- Effective organizational skills
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Effective task prioritization
Certification
- RN/BSN
- Multistate License
Timeline
Telephonic Nurse Case Manager
Genex Services LLC/ A.M Skier Agency
06.2025 - Current
Staff Nurse
Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa
12.2020 - Current
Staff Nurse/PACU
Doctors Hospital Same Day Surgery Center
04.2017 - 04.2022
Staff Nurse
Akron Children's Hospital
09.2011 - 07.2017
Staff Nurse
New Horizons Psychiatry
08.2010 - 09.2011
Realtor
Howard Hanna Real Estate
01.2008 - 08.2010
Realtor
RE/MAX Commitment
11.2004 - 01.2008
RN: Homecare/ Nursing Home
Callos Nursing Services
01.2004 - 01.2008
School Nurse/ 1 year contract
Perry Local Schools
08.2003 - 01.2004
Staff Nurse
Aultman Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2003
Nurse Technician- Oncology Floor
Aultman Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2001
Medical Assistant
Gynecologic Oncologist of NE Ohio
08.1995 - 01.2000
Medical Assistant
Portage Family Practice
01.1992 - 01.1995
BSN -
Kent State University
Medical Assisting -
Akron Institute/Herzog College
Real Estate -
Hondros College
Committees
- Collaborative Safe Staffing Initiative- 2014
- Unit Based Council- 2015-2017
- Professional Development Alternate- 2015-2017
Training
- BLS
- Bereavement Training
- ACLS
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