
Michelle Holtzapple BSN, RN, CCRN is the co-founder of Riptide Legal Nurse Consultants and a highly skilled registered nurse with 28 years of experience. Her passion for nursing stems from its ever-evolving nature, which has fueled her love for continuous learning and professional growth. Michelle's current role as a rapid response nurse, where she conducts daily chart reviews and research, seamlessly complements her work in legal nurse consulting.
Michelle Holtzapple's comprehensive nursing experience, coupled with her dedication to patient safety and quality care, make her an invaluable asset in the field of legal nurse consulting.
Outside of her professional life, Michelle enjoys reading, swimming, painting, and spending quality time with family and friends. A beach lover and animal enthusiast, she shares her home with her husband, two sons, six dogs, and three cats.
Education:
BSN, Drexel University, 1996
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), 1986
Experience
Registered Nurse:
Charge Nurse, Respiratory and Ventilator Floor Oversaw patient care and staff on respiratory and ventilator units, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards of care.
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse Worked in various ICU settings, including medical-surgical, cardiac, and transitional units, managing critically ill patients with respiratory failures, complicated abdominal surgeries, and CHF ventilated patients.
Pre-certification RN, Insurance Company Conducted chart reviews and managed resources efficiently, honing skills in medical record analysis and pre-certification processes.
Rapid Response Nurse Mentored and educated staff, intervened in critical situations to prevent failure to recognize, respond, and rescue. Required in-depth knowledge of policy, procedure, standards of care, and patient care appropriateness.
Committees and Research:
Resuscitation CommitteeResearched patient charts to identify areas for improvement in patient care and resuscitation practices.
Professional Development CommitteeReviewed nurses' portfolios for clinical advancement, ensuring adherence to professional standards and continuous improvement.
Awards and Recognitions:
Patient Safety Awards (Two awards)Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and commitment to pursuing optimal patient outcomes.
Daisy AwardsReceived both individual and team Daisy Awards for exceptional nursing collaboration and patient care.
Strengths & Skills
Strengths
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Analytical Thinking
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Strong attention to detail
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Excellent written and verbal communication
Skills
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Medical terminology
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Medical record analysis
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Legal research
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Case Strategy Development & Management
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Expert report writing
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Healthcare regulations
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Medical coding
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Critical thinking
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Problem-solving
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Time management
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Organizational skills
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Interpersonal skills
Co-Founder