Michelle Starnes
Rockford
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. 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 (RN)
Oak Street Health
04.2019 - Current
- Triaging patients, completing medication refills, wound care, lab draws including tough sticks, and IV's, assisting in running a MAT program and pain clinic, prior authorizations, patient education, help with building schedules for nurses and medical assistants.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments in person and over the phone to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying providers and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to triage patients both in person and over the phone to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
RN II
Van Matre Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Rehab nursing
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders.
Director of Nursing (DON)
Rochelle Gardens
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
RN Case Manager
HEARTLAND HOSPICE SERVICES
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Registered Nurse
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Swedish American Hospital
07.2012 - 07.2015
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
BSN -
Grand Canyon University
Arizona City, AZ05.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL01.2012
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Physical assessments
- Family education
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Nursing staff leadership
- Chronic disease management
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, 02/01/24, 02/01/26
- BLS, ACLS
Nursinglicenses
RN, IL
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Oak Street Health
04.2019 - Current
RN II
Van Matre Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2018 - 04.2019
Director of Nursing (DON)
Rochelle Gardens
07.2017 - 06.2018
RN Case Manager
HEARTLAND HOSPICE SERVICES
06.2015 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse
Swedish American Hospital
07.2012 - 07.2015
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Highland Community College
BSN -
Grand Canyon University
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