Nurse Manager
Resume:
Michele A. Simmons, R.N., BSN, MSN
*** *** ******* ***** *********, Georgia 30014
***********@*****.***
Professional Summary:
Extensive experience Managing on-site OHS clinics to support Operations,
Environmental Health and Safety, Human Resources and Business goals of
the Corporation. Provide/coordinate medical evaluation and treatment of
employees and applicants per company requirements to ensure service,
workplace health and safety and budgetary goals are met. Developed
programs to enhance employee quality of life at and away from work.
Prioritize care based on patient problems; communicate with staff of
patient problems, concerns and changes in condition on medical-surgical
unit. Establishes and maintains healthy interpersonal relationships with
all department managers and staff members.
Occupational Health Nurse/Clinic Manager
Manage and schedule clinic services/staffing to provide timely and
cost effective Occupational Health and Safety functions. Ensure OHS
support of hiring, Emergency Response, employee assessment, testing,
treatment and case management.
Managed physicians and nurses on staff and provided guidance
regarding performance, attendance and scheduling.
Provide effective medical management of worker's compensation and
non-work related injury and illness cases to reduce time off,
improve health outcomes and reduce related costs. Maintain timely
assessment and communication with employees, providers, Third Party
Administrators and management throughout duration of cases.
Worked closely with employees Environmental Health and Safety, Human
Resources and Operations to improve the workplace and overall work
force health and safety through development and implementation of
programs, activities and training that support management goals
while promoting a healthy lifestyle for employees and staff. Engage
outside providers/Third Party Administrators and contractors to
support/meet goals.
Responsible for understanding work environment and maintain up to
date clinical knowledge regarding Occupational and Environmental
medicine to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and
regulatory requirements.
Assist with budget development and effectively manage costs.
Coordinate activities to optimize results/effectiveness. Build
employee rapport and maintain/ensure confidentiality of employee
communications and records.
CREDENTIALS
Registered Nurse; State of Georgia
Certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist
Certified Case Manager
Certified Hearing Conservation Specialist
Certified Breath Alcohol Technician and Trainer
Certified Drug Screen Technician and Trainer (Hair
Follicle and Urine)
EXPERIENCE
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 12/2014-Prese
nt
Occupational Health Nurse
Employee Health Coordinator 9/14-12/14
Eastside Medical Center
2005-2014
OHS Clinic Manager
Pactiv Corporation, Covington, Georgia
Piedmont Henry Medical Center
2012-2013 Medical Surgical
Dekalb Medical Center 2009-2011
Staff Nurse-Telemetry, Medical-Surgical, ICU
Southeast Regional Occupational Nurse
Caterpillar, Incorporated, Griffin, Georgia 2001-2005
Assistant Director of Nursing
2001-2001
Spalding Healthcare, Griffin, Georgia
Occupational Health Nurse
1998-2001
William Carter Company
Staff Nurse-Medical Surgical-PRN 1998-2001
Southern Regional Hospital
Staff Nurse-Medical, Med-Surg, Oncology, 1996-1998
Rehabilitation
South Fulton Medical Center
Staff Nurse- Medical, Med-Surg, Oncology, 1995-1996
Rehabilitation
Spalding Regional Hospital, Griffin, Georgia
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Nursing (Leadership)
2014
Clayton State University, Morrow, Georgia 30260
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Clayton State University, Morrow, Georgia 30260
2010
Associate, Nursing
1995
Gordon College, Barnesville, Georgia 30204
Bachelor Of Arts, Mass Communications
1990
West Georgia College, Carrollton, Georgia 30018
AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Occupational Health Nurses
Georgia Association of Occupational Health Nurses
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
REFeRENCES ON REQUEST
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