Michelle Humm
Alpharetta
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in surgical recovery management across gastrointestinal, orthopedic, and general surgery. Recognized for excellence in nursing care through nominations for the Daisy Award and Rising Star Nurse Residency Award, demonstrating a commitment to patient education and effective communication with care teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Acute Surgery
Northside Hospital Forsyth
Cumming
04.2025 - Current
- Managed pre- and post-surgical patient care for gastrointestinal, orthopedic, and general surgery, ensuring optimal recovery.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-procedural care requirements to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Collaborated with care teams to address acuity changes, improving response to patient needs.
- Administered nursing tasks efficiently while documenting all actions in a timely manner.
- Nominated for Daisy Award for excellence in nursing care.
Registered Nurse, RN
Wellstar, Urgent Care
Alpharetta
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided direct patient care in fast-paced urgent care environment.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Performed IV insertion and administered IV medications to patients
- Assisted physicians during examinations and medical procedures, enhancing patient care quality.
- Collaborated with MD to develop effective treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Educated patients on medication use and side effects, promoting adherence and safety.
- Triage and initial assessments
Registered Nurse, RN – MedSurg
Wellstar, North Fulton
Roswell
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Executed nursing process using evidence-based practice and critical thinking to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with care team and families to deliver safe, patient-centered care that addressed individual needs.
- Administered and documented nursing tasks promptly and accurately.
- Completed ongoing education and implemented new protocols to improve patient care delivery.
- Recognized by supervisors for rising star nurse residency award within residency cohort.
RN Resident – MedSurg
Wellstar, North Fulton
Roswell
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Executed nursing process with evidence-based practice and critical thinking, enhancing patient care and responding promptly to acuity changes
- Collaborated with care team, patients, and families to ensure safe, patient-centered care
- Administered and documented nursing tasks promptly, ensuring adherence to care standards
- Completed all ongoing education (CBL’s assigned) and participated in evidence-based practices and new protocol implementations in a timely manner
- Nominated by supervisors for Rising Star Nurse Residency Award for Residency Cohort
Nurse Extern - MedSurg
Wellstar, North Fulton
Roswell
12.2021 - 07.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, enabling timely interventions.
- Assisted with medication administration under supervision of registered nurses, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided patient care under direction of registered nurse, facilitating effective communication between patient and care team.
Education
ADN - Registered Nursing
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - English
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA05-2002
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Surgical recovery
- IV therapy
- Catheter insertion and removal
- Vital signs collection
- Electronic health records management
- Health records management
- Evidence-based practice
- Team collaboration and support
- Patient education and engagement
- Microsoft Office Suite
Affiliations
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Certification
- Basic Life Support BLS
References
Available upon request
Skills - Computer Software
Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Acute Surgery
Northside Hospital Forsyth
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, RN
Wellstar, Urgent Care
10.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse, RN – MedSurg
Wellstar, North Fulton
07.2024 - 10.2024
RN Resident – MedSurg
Wellstar, North Fulton
07.2023 - 07.2024
Nurse Extern - MedSurg
Wellstar, North Fulton
12.2021 - 07.2023
ADN - Registered Nursing
Gwinnett Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts