Michelle Santos
Dixon,CA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse with 21 years of experience in procedural sedation within outpatient setting, dedicated to enhancing patient safety and streamlining workflows. Proven ability to assist in complex procedures while showing strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration among healthcare teams. Cross-trained in cataract surgeries and various outpatient procedures, exemplifying a commitment to adaptability and ongoing professional growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse III/IV (Outpatient Procedure Unit)
Kaiser Permanente
Vacaville, CA
10.2009 - Current
- Streamlined patient admission and discharge workflows.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flows.
- Assisted physicians in various GI procedures like EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP, PEG Placement, Sigmoidoscopy, and Paracentesis.
- Procedural sedation for gastrointestinal procedures, cataract surgeries, oculoplastic operations, pain management sessions, minor orthopedic treatments and other specialty interventions.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Monitored patients after procedure, answered questions, and provided home care instructions
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Staff Nurse II (Special Procedures Unit)
Kaiser Permanente
Vallejo, CA
11.2004 - 09.2009
- Conducted comprehensive patient evaluations before procedures.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
- Administered sedation medications and monitored vital signs.
- Monitored patients after procedures, answered questions, and provided home care instructions.
Staff Nurse II (ICU)
Kaiser Permanente
Vallejo, CA
01.2002 - 10.2004
- Managed comprehensive care for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to ICU protocols and guidelines.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Managed cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Assessed test results and diagnostics to create individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients.
- Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
Staff Nurse (CREC)
VA Northern California Healthcare System
Martinez , CA
01.2001 - 12.2001
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered patient care across sub-acute, respite, and long-term units.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
LVN/Staff Nurse I (Rehabilitation Unit)
Kaiser Permanente
Vallejo, CA
08.1999 - 12.2000
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient physical, psychological and social needs to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Facilitated communication between patient families and other healthcare providers regarding care plan development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Samuel Merritt University
Sacramento, CA12-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA05-2000
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA12-1994
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Patient assessment proficiency
- Preoperative checklists
- Postoperative care monitoring
- IV insertion and IV administration
- Patient safety
- Circulating nurse skills
- Assist in various specialty procedures
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Emergency response
- Inventory Management
Affiliations
- Hot Yoga
- Baking
- Camping
Certification
- Current RN License
- ACLS
- BLS
Exemplary
- Administrator of Spacetrax Inventory Management
- Safety Lead for the Outpatient Procedure Unit
Timeline
Staff Nurse III/IV (Outpatient Procedure Unit)
Kaiser Permanente
10.2009 - Current
Staff Nurse II (Special Procedures Unit)
Kaiser Permanente
11.2004 - 09.2009
Staff Nurse II (ICU)
Kaiser Permanente
01.2002 - 10.2004
Staff Nurse (CREC)
VA Northern California Healthcare System
01.2001 - 12.2001
LVN/Staff Nurse I (Rehabilitation Unit)
Kaiser Permanente
08.1999 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Samuel Merritt University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Napa Valley College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Napa Valley College
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