Michelle Solimeo MSN, GERO-RN, NPD-BC, CUA
Newark,DE
Summary
Experienced Nursing Professional Development Manager with advanced formal training in nurse education and leadership. Focused on producing positive student outcome results when simultaneously providing high-quality care to patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Professional Development Manager
ChristianaCare
Newark, DE
01.2020 - Current
- Partner with 20+ nursing education programs across 4 states, supporting 1500-2000 students/semester
- Placement coordination for RN-BSN, MSN, Graduate students
- Streamlined communication between school affiliations contacts through the use of advanced health IT systems.
- Evaluated new technology solutions for integration into existing clinical practice
- Developed and implemented tailored training programs for nursing staff on nursing informatics concepts
- IT integrations project and process management experience
- SABA Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator
- Clinician Nexus Administrator, business owner.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and detail-oriented
Patient Care Technician Residency Program Manager
ChristianaCare
Newark, DE
01.2022 - Current
- People management during 10-week partnership with adult learning centers
- Transition new to practice Certified Nurses Assistants into the acute care setting
- Mentor team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
University Of Delaware
Newark, DE
01.2017 - Current
- Experiential learning facilitator on medical/surgical/intermediate acute care units, Assisted living, memory care center
- Connected classroom knowledge to real-life scenarios during clinical rotations by guiding students through hands-on practice of essential nursing skills.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster growth and improvement.
- Simulation lab experience, skills lab experience, instructional, didactic teaching methodology.
Nursing Professional Development Specialist-II
ChristianaCare
Wilmington, DE
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Support Learning, Leadership and development for 4 medical/surgical units
- Supported objectives of nursing department by delivering teaching through lecture and didactic teaching methodologies.
- Supported curriculum development by collaborating with educators to create engaging lesson plans.
- Advanced through Professional Development clinical ladder
Registered Nurse
ChristianaCare
Newark, DE
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Acute Medical Surgical care for 65+ population
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Advanced through Nursing clinical ladder to RN3
- Charge Nurse, Preceptor & Mentor
- 5-6:1 Nurse/Patient ratios
- Scheduling Committee
- Former Chair: Education Council,
- Former Chair: Systemwide Evidence Based Nurse Practice Council
- Nursing Coordinating Council: member
Patient Care Technician II-Acute Care of the Elderly Unit
ChristianaCare
Newark, DE
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Advanced Clinical ladder
Associate Manager: Regal Cinemas
01.2005 - 01.2006
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Wilmington University
Wilmington05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University
Wilmington05.2013
Associate - Nursing
Delaware Technical and Community College-Stanton
05.2011
Skills
- Hiring, Training and Development
- Staff Management
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Employee Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Process Mapping
- Process Improvement
- Needs Assessment
- Computer Skills
- MS Office
Certification
- Gerontological Nursing Certification, 01/2014-Active
- Nursing Professional Development Certification, 01/2018-Active
- Gerontological Certification, 06/2013, 2013020722
- BLS Instructor, 2019-2025
- Certified Usability Analyst Certification, 01/2020
Affiliations
- Association for Talent and Development
- Association for Nursing Professional Development
Timeline
Patient Care Technician Residency Program Manager
ChristianaCare
01.2022 - Current
Nursing Professional Development Manager
ChristianaCare
01.2020 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
University Of Delaware
01.2017 - Current
Nursing Professional Development Specialist-II
ChristianaCare
06.2016 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
ChristianaCare
06.2011 - 06.2016
Patient Care Technician II-Acute Care of the Elderly Unit
ChristianaCare
01.2006 - 01.2011
Associate Manager: Regal Cinemas
01.2005 - 01.2006
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University
Associate - Nursing
Delaware Technical and Community College-Stanton