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Michele Kessler

Norfolk

Summary

Registered Nurse with experience at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, excelling in patient advocacy and infection control practices. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and compassionate family care. Committed to continuous professional development and fostering collaborative relationships within multidisciplinary teams.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth
07.2024 - Current
  • Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to facilitate patient care plans.
  • Educate patients and families on health management and safety practices.
  • Follow infection control protocols, promoting safety within the environment.
  • Attended training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Performed intake assessments with patients and relatives to compile comprehensive case history.

Registered Nurse

United Health Services
Virginia Beach
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported abnormalities to healthcare team.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient mental health needs through comprehensive evaluations and observations.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining professional boundaries while being empathetic towards their needs.
  • Monitored medications for effectiveness and side effects, providing education about medication use to patients
  • Performed psychosocial assessments, including histories and physicals.
  • Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
  • Initiated crisis intervention when necessary to de-escalate situations or provide emotional support for individuals in distress.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University
Athens, OH
04-2027

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bryant & Stratton College
Virginia Beach, VA
04-2024

Skills

  • Documentation and charting
  • Electrocardiogram performance
  • Diabetes management
  • Rehabilitation assistance
  • Family education
  • Emergency response
  • Neurology experience
  • Palliative care and pain management
  • Chest pain assessment
  • Patient advocacy
  • Culturally sensitive care
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Infection control practices
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Team collaboration
  • Assessments and discharge coordination

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Spending time with my daughter and cat
  • Spending time outdoors

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for a Daisy Award

Certification

  • CPR BLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
07.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

United Health Services
04.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bryant & Stratton College

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