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Michelle Sowle

Camanche

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Wound Care

MercyOne Clinton
05.2024 - Current
  • Provided care for patients with varying wounds, including Diabetic Foot Wounds, Burns, Traumatic Injuries, Venous and Arterial ulcers, and wounds associated with issues from Lymphedema.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs for Wound Care, including education, Home Care, and therapies, to best facilitate wound healing .
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients, caregivers, Home Care agencies, and Long Term Care facilities, to continue care consistency.
  • Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, as well as photography with the Rover to document healing.
  • Completed training in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and provided care for multiple patients receiving this treatment. Monitored closely for side effects, or adverse reactions requiring immediate intervention.
  • Advocated for patients and families, to insure that they were getting the care and services they needed.

Charge Nurse Same Day Surgery/PACU

MercyOne Clinton
04.2017 - 05.2024
  • Provided care for multiple patients of all ages, preparing them for their surgeries. Provided education on their upcoming surgery, reviewed consents, initiated pre-surgery treatments including IV therapy, pre-operative medications, ordered Labs, EKGs and Xrays.
  • Provided Care for patients in PACU. Monitoring patients immediately following surgery. Initiated treatment for pain management. Assessed patient for changes in consciousness, hemorrhaging, as well as continuously monitoring vital signs and oxygen level for critical values.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Mentored and supervised new nurses, and ancillary staff by fostering a supportive and professional work environment. Worked with new graduate nurses on proper procedures, equipment use, and shared knowledge to ensure patient safety, as well as encourage learning.
  • Delivered high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload, and efficiency of the through- put of patients .
  • Managed the ordering of medical supplies needed for the department

Emergency Room Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse

MercyOne Clinton
03.1992 - 05.2017
  • Acting Triage Nurse to improve patient flow and reduce wait times while using critical thinking skills to quickly identify patients needing immediate care.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations, overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate continuation of care through admission, or transfer to a higher level of care facility.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Engaged with other team members with emergency interventions involving Trauma patients, and Medical emergencies, requiring quick actions, for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • As the Charge Nurse, supervised nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care delivery and adherence to protocols.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope with difficult circumstances and decision making.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

St. Marys Junior College
Minneapolis, MN
11-1986

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Emergency response
  • EMR / EHR
  • Patient counseling
  • Staff supervision
  • Emergency care

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • TNCC - Trauma Nurse Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse Wound Care

MercyOne Clinton
05.2024 - Current

Charge Nurse Same Day Surgery/PACU

MercyOne Clinton
04.2017 - 05.2024

Emergency Room Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse

MercyOne Clinton
03.1992 - 05.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

St. Marys Junior College

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