Michelle Wengrzynek

• MAY 2019- DECEMBER 2019 worked as an Oncology nurse at the inpatient department for oncology.
• JANUARY 2020- FEBRUARY 2021 worked as a covid hotline nurse for employee health and the MRI department.
• FEBRUARY 2021 to present, works a the EMPLOYEE HEALTH DEPARTMENT.
• Administered employee vaccinations as per requirement of the CDC and department of health prior to employee's start date. (Flu, MMR, VZV, HEP-B and TDAP)
• Draw bloodwork for Hepatitis B, IGRA, MMR, VZVG titers.
• Conduct mask fit testing for employees.
• Assist employees during blood borne pathogen injuries and splash injuries to ensure they are not contracting HIV, HEP-C, HEP-B and other blood borne illnesses from a source to victim injury during procedures.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
• Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
• Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
• Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.

• Ensured proper disposal of hazardous waste materials following institutional policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for employees.
• Upheld a high standard of aseptic technique in the preparation of parenteral nutrition solutions, promoting positive patient outcomes.
• Provided excellent customer service when interacting with patients or their caregivers during medication pick-up or delivery processes.
• Improved workflow efficiency by regularly updating and organizing the inventory of medications, supplies, and equipment.
• Collaborated effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to address patient needs related to IV therapy.
• Fostered a team-oriented work environment by actively collaborating with pharmacy colleagues and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Facilitated continuous learning within the pharmacy team through active participation in staff training sessions and educational workshops on relevant topics such as aseptic technique or new drug therapies.
• Contributed to quality assurance efforts by conducting regular audits of sterile compounding processes and documentation.
• Ensured patients received timely therapy by accurately interpreting physician orders for IV medications and communicating any discrepancies promptly.
• Maintained accurate records of controlled substances following all federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Participated in departmental process improvement initiatives by analyzing medication error reports, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes to reduce the risk of future errors.
• Reduced medication errors with diligent attention to detail when calculating dosages and measuring ingredients.
• Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
• Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
• Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
• Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
• Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
• Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
• Mitigated risks associated with mixing incompatible drugs by staying current on compatibility data from reliable sources such as Micromedex or Trissel's Handbook on Injectable Drugs.
• Optimized resource utilization by closely monitoring stock levels and placing orders for essential supplies as needed.
• Enhanced medication safety by accurately preparing and dispensing IV medications according to established protocols.
• Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
• Set up and modified patient profiles to include current medications and insurance details.
• Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
• Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
• Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
• Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.

• Demonstrated adaptability in learning new software tools used for prescription management, contributing to a seamless transition between systems when necessary.
• Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues, providing assistance when needed.
• Facilitated timely order processing by promptly entering customer information and medication details into the database.
• Collaborated with pharmacists to address discrepancies or issues related to prescriptions, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.

1. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN:

*Printing medication orders for each patient in a facility, pulling medication and refilling prescription orders.

*Scanning in orders into the system for submission for final checking and final review for the Pharmacists.

2. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN DATA ENTRY REFILLS DEPARTMENT:

*Processing data refill orders faxed by the nursing longterm facilities, accepting phone calls and entering refill orders by facilities.

3. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN CUSTOMER SERVICE:

*Accepting phone calls to attend to nursing facility nurse's complaints, requests and concerns about medications for the patients and processing orders.

*Triaging and clarifying orders for the Data Entry coders as well as refilling medication ordered on the phone by the nurses.

4. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN DATA ENTRY CODER:

*Processing new order medications from the facility, admitting new patients and entering their regular medications from the patient's order sheet from the facility.

*Reading prescriptions and transcribing the orders for the pharmacists to do the final review before refilling.