Lisa Michielutti
Flagstaff,AZ
Summary
Professional nursing leader prepared for advanced responsibilities in clinical coordination. Proven ability to drive patient care excellence and improve operational efficiency. Strong focus on collaborative team leadership and adaptable to changing environments. Skilled in strategic planning, nurse/staff development, and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering impactful results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Director of Nursing/ Infection Control/ QA/ Staff Development RN
Arizona State Veterans’ Home-Flagstaff
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining regulatory compliance in a new Arizona State facility
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans tailored to veterans' needs.
- Facilitated staff meetings to address concerns, share updates, and promote teamwork among nursing personnel.
- Advocated for veterans' health needs within the facility, enhancing overall patient satisfaction and well-being.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Worked as the only nurse leader, taking on Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing roles in addition to QA/IP/ Staff Development position
- Planned and assigned workload to 25-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Infection Control/ Quality Assurance/ Staff Development RN
Arizona State Veterans’ Home-Flagstaff
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with over 8 interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted at least 3 hand hygiene audits per week as well as isolation program audits as needed
- Provided clinical supervision to support staff development in delivering high-quality care that aligns with organizational objectives.
- Presented Infection Prevention/ Patient Safety programs at all-staff meetings
School RN
Thomas Elementary School and Killip Elementary School, Flagstaff Unified School District
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Administered first aid and emergency medical care to students, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to identify and address student health concerns.
- Maintained accurate health records and documentation across 2 elementary schools with approximately 200 students each, in compliance with school policies.
- Served as a liaison between families, healthcare providers, and school personnel regarding student health services.
Acute Care RN
Flagstaff Medical Center- NAH
01.2023 - 10.2023
- New-to-Specialty Labor Delivery and Postpartum
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge and newborn care, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of moms and newborns to determine effective nursing interventions for diverse populations.
- Supported the achievement of departmental goals by participating in quality improvement projects focused on improving maternal and newborn outcomes.
- Contributed to a culture of safety by actively identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective measures to prevent future incidents or quality concerns. Was key in identifying an injury to a newborn who needed corrective surgery in a higher level of care.
- Worked with up to 10 patients each day to review physical conditions and make care plans.
Clinic RN
Northern Arizona University, Campus Health Services
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and open communication channels that foster trust.
- Triaged up to 30 patients a day through Urgent Care
- Worked autonomously in Allergy Clinic, as needed
- Educated patients on self-administration of IM medications
Acute Care RN
Flagstaff Medical Center-NAH
03.2021 - 12.2021
- 2 East/ SDU- Telemetry
- Optimized utilization of resources through accurate documentation, efficient time management, and prioritization of tasks according to patient acuity levels.
- Facilitated continuity in care by effectively communicating with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals regarding patients' progress and needs.
Quality RN
Flagstaff Medical Center-NAH
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Quality Department
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas for operational enhancements within the hospital.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to monitor compliance with industry standards and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Participated in implementing infection control measures that effectively reduced the spread of catheter associated UTIs within the facility.
Lead RN
OB/Gyn Clinic, North Country HealthCare, Flagstaff, AZ
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Lead patient care teams consisting of 4 RNs, and 8 medical assistants, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Collaborated with 10 healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency and reduce staff burnout.
Acute Care RN
Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
09.2015 - 11.2017
- 3 West-Telemetry and later was trained to the Emergency Department
- Participated in and completed comprehensive new graduate program for med/ surg telemetry
- Facilitated discharge planning by coordinating with healthcare providers and community resources for continued care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- When trained to the Emergency Department, enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
Acute Care RN
Tuba City Regional Healthcare Corporation
01.2015 - 09.2015
- Pediatrics
- Monitored up to 5 pediatric patient vital signs, identifying changes and responding swiftly to emergencies.
- Implemented electronic health record systems for improved documentation accuracy and efficiency in patient care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare providers during handoffs or transfers to higher level of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering timely and accurate medication based on physician orders.
Education
Masters - Nursing coursework
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2023
BSN - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2014
BS - Political Science
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2009
Skills
- Experience in Quality Improvement/ Assurance/ Infection Control
- Detail oriented, patient safety focused, and motivated
- Training and mentoring
- Care plan development
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Clinical operations management
- Relationship building
- Team supervision
- Strategic planning
- Interdepartmental collaboration
Certification
- November 2024- CDC Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Completed
- March 2020- Villanova Lean Six Sigma Process Improvement Training
- September 2019- Cleveland Clinic-Forensic Nurse Examiner/ SANE skills portion plus 40 hours didactic learning
Timeline
Interim Director of Nursing/ Infection Control/ QA/ Staff Development RN
Arizona State Veterans’ Home-Flagstaff
06.2025 - 10.2025
Infection Control/ Quality Assurance/ Staff Development RN
Arizona State Veterans’ Home-Flagstaff
11.2024 - 10.2025
School RN
Thomas Elementary School and Killip Elementary School, Flagstaff Unified School District
07.2024 - 09.2024
Acute Care RN
Flagstaff Medical Center- NAH
01.2023 - 10.2023
Clinic RN
Northern Arizona University, Campus Health Services
03.2022 - 12.2022
Acute Care RN
Flagstaff Medical Center-NAH
03.2021 - 12.2021
Quality RN
Flagstaff Medical Center-NAH
09.2019 - 03.2021
Lead RN
OB/Gyn Clinic, North Country HealthCare, Flagstaff, AZ
11.2017 - 08.2019
Acute Care RN
Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
09.2015 - 11.2017
Acute Care RN
Tuba City Regional Healthcare Corporation
01.2015 - 09.2015
Masters - Nursing coursework
Northern Arizona University
BSN - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
BS - Political Science
Northern Arizona University
Additional Relevant Leadership
- Served as Quality Improvement Mentor for Women and Children's cluster at Flagstaff Medical Center in 2020 and 2021
- Served as RN mentor 2016-2017 and 2021
- As a Quality RN, partnered with NAH’s Bariatric Surgery team to create a Corrective Action Plan as a condition of accreditation