Mikal Richards
Parrish,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 15+ years in patient care, including years as a Medical Assistant. Experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments and bedside. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed case load of 6:1
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- 6:1 patient case load
- Advocated for unique needs of each patient within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring their voices were heard and respected in treatment planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes during their hospital stay.
- Participated in activities that promoted safety, quality and regulatory compliance to enhance professional development and life long learning.
- Supported departmental goals by participating in performance improvement initiatives related to orthopedic patient care outcomes.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Ensured quality patient care through accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress notes in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing individualized care plans for orthopedic patients.
Medical Assistant
Manatee Gynecology
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records for 30+ patients daily.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Conducted community outreach events to promote wellness initiatives and expand access to healthcare services within local area.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care for patients in various settings.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Medical Assistant
Harvey Center For Integrative Medicine
04.2011 - 04.2017
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records for 200+ patient.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care for patients in various settings.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2023
Associate of Arts - Theology
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL05.2017
Skills
- Wound care specialist
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- Women's health exams
- Treatment Recommendations
- Patient Relations
- Family Education
- EMR / EHR
- Appointment Scheduling
- Clinical judgment
- Health screening
Certification
RN License - 9629791
ACLS - Issued 2/2023
BLS - Issued 2/2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
12.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
05.2023 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant
Manatee Gynecology
05.2017 - 05.2018
Medical Assistant
Harvey Center For Integrative Medicine
04.2011 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Associate of Arts - Theology
Southeastern University