Michelle Kristiansen
@michellekristiansen
I am an experienced Emergency Department RN transitioning into Emergency Department Director.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an Emergency Department RN with over a decade of high-acuity experience, providing care in busy 21–35 bed ERs and managing as many as 80–115 critically ill patients per shift. I consistently prioritize rapid, evidence-based care in high-volume settings.
In my current role I serve as Pediatric Clinical Coordinator, leading pediatric policy revisions, ensuring survey readiness, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. I also function as a triage RN and mentor new staff to uphold departmental standards.
I have demonstrated leadership supervising LPNs, CNAs, and nursing teams, improving throughput, patient flow, and satisfaction through collaborative initiatives. I maintain advanced certifications and apply evidence-based practice to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
I am seeking to transition into an Emergency Department Director role where I can apply visionary, collaborative leadership to drive operational excellence, staff development, and patient-centered outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Emergency RN & Pediatric Coordinator
Grand Strand Hospital
Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Provide emergency care for 80–115 critically ill patients per shift in a 35-bed ER and serve as Pediatric Clinical Coordinator overseeing pediatric policy revisions and survey readiness. Collaborate with leadership to improve patient flow, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Travel Emergency Room RN
Cross Country
Jan 2023 - Jun 2023 (5 months)
Delivered emergency nursing care across multiple hospital sites during a travel assignment, adapting to varied protocols and supporting high-acuity patients. Maintained continuity of care and integrated with local teams to support throughput.
Travel Emergency RN
Aya Healthcare
Mar 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 5 months)
Provided emergency nursing across multiple facilities on travel contracts, maintaining continuity of care and supporting throughput and interdisciplinary coordination. Adapted quickly to site-specific protocols while delivering high-acuity care.
Emergency Room RN
Stafford Hospital
Sep 2018 - Mar 2021 (2 years 6 months)
Cared for 15–25 critically ill patients per shift in a 21-bed ER, served as triage RN, and supported throughput initiatives to optimize patient flow and coordination with physicians. Coordinated interdisciplinary care to improve patient outcomes.
Emergency Room RN
Southern Maryland Hospital
Nov 2017 - Jan 2021 (3 years 2 months)
Provided emergency nursing care in a high-acuity ED from Nov 2017 to 2021, supporting triage, patient management, and interdisciplinary collaboration to maintain care standards. Ensured adherence to evidence-based practice and safety protocols.
Emergency Room RN
Providence Hospital
Jul 2017 - Nov 2017 (4 months)
Delivered emergency care and triage in a busy urban ED, coordinating with physicians and ancillary staff to support patient flow and care delivery. Executed rapid assessments and interventions for high-acuity presentations.
RN Supervisor
Sagepoint Senior Living
Mar 2015 - Oct 2017 (2 years 7 months)
Supervised LPNs and CNAs, assigned patient care, managed staff performance, and ensured compliance with nursing standards across the facility. Coordinated care plans and supported staff development.
Registered Nurse
University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center
May 2013 - Aug 2014 (1 year 3 months)
Provided bedside nursing care, performed assessments, and coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient treatment plans and safe transitions of care. Delivered evidence-based interventions and patient education.
CNA & Registered Nurse
Southern Maryland Hospital
Jun 2010 - Oct 2013 (3 years 4 months)
Worked as a CNA and transitioned to Registered Nurse, supporting direct patient care, clinical tasks, and RN responsibilities from 2010–2013. Performed vital signs, basic care, and assisted in clinical workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GNGalen School of Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing, Nursing Leadership and Management
Pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Leadership and Management, expected April 2026.
WUWestern Governors University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in December 2018.
CMCollege of Southern Maryland
Associate of Science in Nursing, Nursing
Completed an Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) in January 2011.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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