Michelle Young
Muscoda,WI
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse eager to bring formal training in nursing of multiple platforms to growing nursing program. Accomplished leader successful in influencing clinical quality improvement and patient satisfaction. Offering 21 years' expertise in all aspects of patient care with strong want to promote nurse leadership and education to Nursing program. I have experience in skilled nursing facilities, clinical setting, hospital setting and home nursing setting. I recently applied to the University of Phoenix to start my Masters degree with an Emphasis in Nurse Education. I am a determined, hard working person with good values. I have alot of experience to offer students.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Grant County Health Department
Lancaster, WI
10.2008 - Current
- Assessed and charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Provided home health nursing services, including wound care, medication administration, catheter care, PICC line/Midline/Infusaport care, tube feedings and family education.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Performed in-home assessments and developed care plans for patients with chronic illnesses.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Facilitated referrals for additional services as needed.
- Educated patients on self-care management techniques according to their disease process to improve their overall quality of life.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times of illness or death.
- Instructed family members on how to administer medications safely and correctly at home.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
RN Staff Nurse
Orchard Manor
Lancaster, WI
04.2007 - 10.2008
- Provided nursing care to elderly and developmentally disabled residents in long-term care setting, ensuring their physical and emotional needs were met.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Participated in quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with standards of practice set forth by governing body regulations.
- Developed and implemented patient management plans and helped provision continuity of care.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when planning interventions for complex medical conditions.
- Managed acute episodes of illness through implementation of appropriate interventions including medication administration.
- Managed medication passes and treatment schedules to verify proper administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient information according to established policies and procedures.
Clinic Registered Nurse
Tri-State Family Practice
Dubuque, IA
03.2005 - 10.2007
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Collected blood samples using phlebotomy best practices and labeled specimens for testing, obtained hair drug samples and performed EKG's.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Administered immunizations to adults, children and infants.
- Assisted with in office procedures and maintained sterile field.
- Called insurance companies to preauthorize treatments and procedures.
- Followed Medicare guidelines by ensuring labs and routine testing were spaced apart accordingly to ensure coverage.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to clinic standards.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services when needed.
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
Post Op/Oncology/Pediatric Registered Nurse
Unity Point Finley Hospital
Dubuque, IA
05.2002 - 10.2007
- Assisted in preparing patients for discharge by providing education about follow-up care instructions.
- Assessed patient's vital signs and reported any deviations from normal to the attending physician.
- Provided post-operative care and monitored for complications such as infection, bleeding, or pain.
- Administered IV fluids, antibiotics, blood and IV push medications.
- Became chemo certified for Oncology patients.
- Provided Post Operative Care to orthopedic and general surgeries.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement of necrotic tissue, irrigation, and suture and staple removal.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between hospital departments within the facility.
- Ensured that all post-operative orders were completed in a timely manner per hospital policy guidelines.
- Monitored patient recovery progress and provided emotional support to patients and family members.
CNA
Orchard Manor
Lancaster , WI
05.1999 - 05.2002
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ02-2018
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore, WI05-2005
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore, WI05-2002
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore, WI05-1999
Master in Nursing With Emphasis in Education - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Physician Collaboration
- Case Management
- Wound Care
- Patient and family education
- Catheter Monitoring
- Medication and IV Administration
Affiliations
- My husband and I run a Microplastic Bait business out of our home as a hobby. We have been featured in a national magazine several times (In-Fisherman) and have been promoted by fishermen of all categories promoting our business.
Certification
- I am up to date on my CPR certification ( renewed on 12/21/23)
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Grant County Health Department
10.2008 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Orchard Manor
04.2007 - 10.2008
Clinic Registered Nurse
Tri-State Family Practice
03.2005 - 10.2007
Post Op/Oncology/Pediatric Registered Nurse
Unity Point Finley Hospital
05.2002 - 10.2007
CNA
Orchard Manor
05.1999 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science -
University of Phoenix
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Master in Nursing With Emphasis in Education - Nursing
University of Phoenix
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