Michele Cobb
Woodbury
Summary
Nurse with over 14 years of experience in patient care, demonstrating a commitment to compassionate service and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in fostering strong relationships with patients and families, ensuring their needs are met effectively. Recognized for sound judgment and excellent clinical skills, with a proven ability to prioritize tasks and maintain organization in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Griffin Spalding County School System
07.2023 - Current
- Administered first aid and emergency care to students, ensuring prompt response to health issues.
- Educated students on health topics, promoting wellness and disease prevention within the school community.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student health concerns and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments, identifying potential medical issues for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate health records and documentation, ensuring compliance with state regulations and school policies.
- Developed and implemented health education programs, enhancing students' understanding of personal hygiene and nutrition.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development through training in best practices for student care.
- Led initiatives to improve overall school health services, driving efficiency in service delivery and student support systems.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents at school events or activities outside of normal hours when necessary.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Oversaw health services for school of Number students and faculty.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
School Nurse
Griffin-Spalding County School System
08.2012 - 05.2022
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Oversaw health services for school of 400+ students and faculty.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Partnered with social workers, counselors and doctors to develop plans of care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Assists assigned schools in education, prevention, and control of communicable diseases and/or communicable conditions.
- Provides assistance for health related screenings, ie: scoliosis, hearing, vision and dental.
Home Health Supervisory Nurse
CareMaster Medical Services
02.2011 - 04.2016
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Crescent Technical College
Thomaston, GA12.2010
Skills
- Seizure Disorders
- Operational Standards
- Infection Control
- Hearing and Vision Screenings
- Crisis Intervention
- Scoliosis Screening
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Treatment Recommendations
Timeline
School Nurse
Griffin Spalding County School System
07.2023 - Current
School Nurse
Griffin-Spalding County School System
08.2012 - 05.2022
Home Health Supervisory Nurse
CareMaster Medical Services
02.2011 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Crescent Technical College