Bonnie Stephan
Bloomfield Hills,MI
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Dynamic Rn bringing 22 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dignity Health
02.2007 - Current
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Dignity Health
09.2017 - 03.2024
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, providing guidance in the application of evidence-based practices in the psychiatric setting.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Charge Nurse
Dignity Health
04.2011 - 04.2016
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Implemented effective resource management strategies by diligently tracking supply inventory levels and placing orders to replenish stock when needed.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nurse
Oakland Community College
Walled Lake, MI06.2001
Skills
- Airway Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Collecting vitals
- ICD-10
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Trauma Nursing Core Course
- EKG Interpretation
- Trauma recovery
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Trauma Nursing
- Critical Thinking
- Case Management
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Dignity Health
09.2017 - 03.2024
Charge Nurse
Dignity Health
04.2011 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dignity Health
02.2007 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nurse
Oakland Community College
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