Michelle Sarrat-Tougas BSN, RN, CPEN
Plympton,MA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse possessing a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and CPEN with 32 years of experience in the Pediatric Emergency department setting. Supports patients and their families through empathetic communication and optimistic attitude; Maintains critical thinking in fast-paced, high-stress situations; Upholds high levels of patient care standards while staying abreast of nursing trends and best practices. PALS/TNCC/ACLS certified.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Endoscopy
South Shore Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Admitting and recovering patients, explaining the procedures(endoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy) and fielding patient questions.
- IV insertion
- Organizing and setting up equipment for procedures
- Administering medications for procedural sedation
- Assisting the physician performing the procedure
- Monitoring the patient's airway and vital signs during, and after the procedure
- Education patients about the results of their procedure, reviewing discharge instructions and follow-up
- preceptor
Pediatric Resource Nurse Emergency Department
South Shore Hospital
08.1997 - 07.2022
- Triage pediatric patients(neonate to 20 years old) providing expertise in prompt patient condition assessment on patient arrival during initial phases of acute illness or trauma.
- Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Manage patient flow in Pediatric ED
- Serve as a resource for ED staff when questions arise related to pediatric care.
- Preceptor for new staff. Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Preceptor for paramedic students. Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help students advance knowledge and skills related to pediatric patients.
- Received Emergency Department Collaboration and Innovation in Clinical Practice Award.
- Served on Shared Governance professional development committee. Assisted with the development of online peer review and organized hospital-wide Nursing Expo to promote professional development.
- Served on ED Educational Committee
- Served on Behavioral Health Committee to improve the patient care experience, responsible for developing hand-off communication tool for staff.
- Coordinated online peer review for colleagues.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Pediatric Boot Camp workshops.
- PALS instructor
- ENPC instructor
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
02.1994 - 08.1997
- Worked collaboratively to provide family-centered care to pediatric patients in the emergency department.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Children's Hospital Of New Orleans
05.1989 - 02.1994
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana05.2016
Diploma of Nursing -
Charity Hospital School of Nursing
New Orleans, Louisiana05.1989
Skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Critical Thinking
- Patient and Family Centered Care
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Delegation and Motivation
- Teamwork
- Patient assessment
- Childhood development
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Preparation
- Direct Patient Care
Accomplishments
Certification in Pediatric Emergency Nursing (CPEN)
Faculty Department of State’s CNE program 2021. Presenter for Pediatric nursing education for US consulates and embassies around the globe.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Endoscopy
South Shore Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Pediatric Resource Nurse Emergency Department
South Shore Hospital
08.1997 - 07.2022
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
Boston Children's Hospital
02.1994 - 08.1997
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Children's Hospital Of New Orleans
05.1989 - 02.1994
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University New Orleans
Diploma of Nursing -
Charity Hospital School of Nursing
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