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Michelle Wade

Colonial Beach

Summary

Accomplished Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner with a proved track record. adept in patient-centered care and advanced care planning. Excelled in coordinating interdisciplinary healthcare teams and utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance patient and family outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning and leadership.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Mary Washington Hospital
Stafford, VA
08.2025 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Monitored symptoms and provided symptom management to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
  • Educated patients and families on palliative care options, fostering informed decision-making throughout treatment.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Luminis Gilchrist Anne Arrundel Medical Center
Annapolis, MD
10.2023 - 08.2025
  • Conducted regular follow-up visits to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve pain control and overall patient satisfaction within the unit.
  • Supported advanced directives discussions, guiding patients through end-of-life choices with sensitivity and respect.
  • Documented comprehensive assessments and interventions in electronic health records to maintain accurate patient information.

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
Washington, DC
07.2020 - 09.2023
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining thorough documentation and communication with other healthcare providers involved in patients'' care plans.
  • Enhanced communication among healthcare providers by establishing clear lines of communication and fostering a team-based approach to patient care.
  • Facilitated goals of care discussions with patients and their families, ensuring that the patient''s wishes were honored in decision-making processes.

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Fellow

Medstar Washington Hospital Center
Washington. DC
10.2019 - 06.2020

Participated in a variety of educational experiences to become a leader in providing high quality palliative care across the spectrum of illness and care settings

Delivered a Capstone lecture at the conclusion of the Fellowship

RN Critical Care

Vidant Medical Center
Greenville, NC
10.2019 - 06.2020

Neurosurgical ICU in-depth, ongoing assessment and care of patients from adolescent to geriatrics

Complete neurological exams, maintain arterial, ventricle pressure monitoring

Titrate infusions and conscious sedation medications

Self directed with astute judgement skills

RN Emergency Room

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Georgetown, DC
06.2018 - 09.2019

In-depth, ongoing assessment and care of patients from newborn to adults

Collection and interpretation of various clinical information including labs vital signs, ECG strips

Care and Maintenance of lines, airways, titration of drips and wound care

Collaborate with all members of the interdisciplinary team

Education

Master of Science - AGACNP

The George Washington University
Washington
05-2019

Skills

    Patient centered care

    Advance Care Planning

    Symptom assessment and management

    ACLS

    BLS

Timeline

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Mary Washington Hospital
08.2025 - Current

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Luminis Gilchrist Anne Arrundel Medical Center
10.2023 - 08.2025

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
07.2020 - 09.2023

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Fellow

Medstar Washington Hospital Center
10.2019 - 06.2020

RN Critical Care

Vidant Medical Center
10.2019 - 06.2020

RN Emergency Room

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
06.2018 - 09.2019

Master of Science - AGACNP

The George Washington University
Michelle Wade