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Michelle Yonkovich

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
03.2023 - Current

Taking care of 4 critically sick patients responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care
  • Utilized Epic to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians

Patient Care Technician

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
11.2020 - 02.2023

A 33 bed unit, responsibilities include:

  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes

Certified Nursing Assistant

Marian Manor
02.2018 - 11.2020

Responsibilities include:

  • Supported needs of multiple residents under assisted living/ long-term care
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations

Seasonal Sales Associate

Kohl's
12.2017 - 01.2018

Responsibilities include:

  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness
  • Managed efficient cash register operations

Sales Associate

Payless Shoe Store
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Responsibilities include:
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy
  • Managed efficient cash register operations
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers

Education

ADN -

ECPI
Virginia Beach, Va
02.2023

Certified Nurse Assistant and Medical Assistant - undefined

Tidewater Medical Training
Virginia Beach, Va
10.2019

Certified Nurse Assistant and Medical Assiastant - undefined

Tidewater Medical Training
Virginia Beach, Va
07.2019

Skills

  • Non-surgical procedures
  • Patient/family education
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate Care
  • Healthcare Team Collaboration
  • Treatment Planning
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Medical Histories and Assessments
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License
  • CPR/First Aid certified
  • ACLS certified

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
03.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
11.2020 - 02.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Marian Manor
02.2018 - 11.2020

Seasonal Sales Associate

Kohl's
12.2017 - 01.2018

Sales Associate

Payless Shoe Store
08.2016 - 05.2017

ADN -

ECPI

Certified Nurse Assistant and Medical Assistant - undefined

Tidewater Medical Training

Certified Nurse Assistant and Medical Assiastant - undefined

Tidewater Medical Training
  • Registered Nurse License
  • CPR/First Aid certified
  • ACLS certified
Michelle Yonkovich