Brittany Stoecker
Gillespie,Il
Summary
Friendly and competent Registered Nurse possessing a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. 10 years of experience in Cardiopulmonary, PACU, and Pre/Post surgical area. Upholds high levels of patient care standards while staying abreast of nursing trends and best practices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambulatory Surgical Nurse
Springfield Clinic
Springfield, IL
10.2020 - Current
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and clinical skills development.
- Contributed to the development of policies and procedures within the ambulatory surgery unit to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and promote efficient patient care processes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, surgical procedures, and post-operative progress notes to facilitate continuity of care.
- Supported surgeons during procedures by anticipating needs and providing necessary instruments, sutures, and other materials in a timely manner.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions to optimize patient comfort during recovery from surgery.
- Streamlined communication between surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff for seamless coordination of care.
- Educated patients on postoperative care instructions, discharge planning, and follow-up appointments for successful transition home after surgery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families throughout the surgical process, alleviating anxiety and promoting trust in healthcare providers.
- Managed preoperative assessments, ensuring patients were properly prepared for their surgeries both physically and mentally.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices for ambulatory surgery nursing care.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care.
- Identified potential risks or complications during surgery by closely monitoring patients'' physical responses throughout the procedure.
- Established rapport with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening skills, fostering a supportive environment for surgical care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN Critical Care
St.Francis Hospital
Litchfield, Illinois
06.2015 - 08.2020
- Pre-op interviews and assessments provided before surgery
- Admit and discharge of surgical patients
- Proficient IV skills, ECG monitoring, medication administration per doctor orders, post-op calls for patients returning home, pre and post op teaching provided.
PACU
St. John’s Hospital
Springfield, IL
12.2010 - 06.2015
- Assessments and care provided to immediate post surgical patients, including ortho, pediatrics, ICU, level 1 trauma, general surgicals, ocular cases
- Pacu charge nurse for two years
- Continued education with skills improvement and patient satisfaction.
- Preadmission of surgical patients, recovery of surgical patients and education to surgical patients.
RN
St. John's Hospital
Springfield, Illinois
06.2009 - 06.2015
- Cardiopulmonary unit: assessing and caring for post-open cardiac patients along with cardiac cath patients
- Cared for and assessed drains, wound vacs, chest tubes, IV's, arterial lines, and central lines
- ECG monitoring.
Education
Bachelors in Science of Nursing -
Benedictine University, Springfield College in Illinois
Springfield, IL05.2013
Associate Degree Nursing -
Lewis & Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL06.2009
Skills
- RN BLS
- ACLS
- IV skills
- English
- Patient satisfaction committee
Timeline
Ambulatory Surgical Nurse
Springfield Clinic
10.2020 - Current
RN Critical Care
St.Francis Hospital
06.2015 - 08.2020
PACU
St. John’s Hospital
12.2010 - 06.2015
RN
St. John's Hospital
06.2009 - 06.2015
Bachelors in Science of Nursing -
Benedictine University, Springfield College in Illinois
Associate Degree Nursing -
Lewis & Clark Community College