Candace Stretch
Sand Springs,OK
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in home health, long-term care, and correctional settings. Supports safe patient care through assessments, medication administration, wound care, EMR documentation, and coordination with physicians, therapists, and care teams to maintain continuity of care and compliance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Feild nurse
Choice health at home
Tulsa, Oklahoma
02.2026 - Current
- Administered prescribed treatments and wound care in patient homes.
- Assessed home health patients during field visits for changing care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported clinical changes to supervising providers.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, therapists, and Choice Health at Home staff.
- Documented nursing visits in electronic health records and home health charts.
- Educated patients and families on medications, safety, and recovery routines.
- Supported discharge planning and continuity of care across in-home services.
- Educated patients and family members about disease facts, medications and home care instructions.
Nurse
David L MOSS
Tulsa, Oklahoma
01.2025 - Current
- Performed health assessments to identify medical needs of incarcerated individuals, facilitating timely and appropriate care.
- Assessed inmates for medical conditions and provided appropriate treatment.
- Administered medications to inmates following healthcare provider prescriptions.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and medical staff to deliver comprehensive healthcare services to inmates, enhancing overall patient care.
- Managed emergency situations by assessing immediate medical needs and providing first aid, ensuring prompt response to health crises.
- Collaborated with correctional staff to ensure safety during medical procedures.
- Conducted regular rounds within the facility to assess inmate medical stability and facilitate timely care interventions.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records, ensuring accurate medical histories and treatment plans.
- Ensured staff safety during medical procedures by strictly following security protocols. during prisoner treatments by observing all security procedures and regulations.
Processing Nurse
Complete Home Health
Tulsa, Oklahoma
04.2025 - 02.2026
- Processed incoming patient referrals from hospitals, physicians, and case managers to ensure accurate evaluation and timely response.
- Verified patient payor sources and reviewed benefit coverage to facilitate appropriate care and support for patients.
- Entered demographics, clinical history, and physician orders accurately into EMR.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure documentation met regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance and enhancing quality of care.
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Sand Springs Nursing Home and Rehab
Sand Springs, OK
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Directed clinical operations during shifts, optimizing staff scheduling and enhancing patient flow to resolve complex care needs.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, including wound management, medication administration, and ongoing assessments.
- Managed admissions, discharges, and transfers, facilitating smooth transitions and effective discharge planning through collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering team development and maintaining high standards of care.
- Accurately documented clinical observations, treatment responses, and lab results in electronic medical records (EMRs) to ensure up-to-date patient information and regulatory compliance.
Registered Medical Assistant
Ascension St. John
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Administered injections and immunizations to enhance patient care and supported physicians during clinical procedures.
- Performed diagnostic testing, including phlebotomy, urinalysis, and rapid tests (e.g., flu, strep, pregnancy).
- Assisted with patient intake by rooming patients, collecting vital signs, and preparing them for examinations, improving workflow efficiency.
- Managed patient charts and documentation, ensuring accurate and timely updates in clinical records to support quality patient care.
- Educated patients on medication usage, treatment plans, dietary guidelines, and overall health maintenance.
Registered Medical Assistant
Utica Women's Specialist
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Collected medical histories and vital signs, performed basic diagnostic tests, and updated electronic medical records (EMRs) to support accurate patient assessments.
- Facilitated gynecological procedures and routine physical exams to ensure patient comfort and optimize clinical workflow.
- Streamlined surgical scheduling and pre-admission preparation, improving case management timelines.
- Streamlined surgical scheduling and pre-admission preparation, contributing to timely case management.
Registered Medical Assistant
Warren Clinic
Tulsa, OK
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided comprehensive clinical support, including administering injections, immunizations, phlebotomy, and diagnostic testing.
- Assisted physicians during patient examinations, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient management of charts and electronic medical records.
- Educated patients on treatments and health maintenance, maintaining up-to-date immunization records to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated follow-up care and referrals, facilitating ongoing patient communications to strengthen continuity of care.
Registered Medical Assistant
Care ATC
Sand Springs, OK
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed patient intake, performed phlebotomy, administered injections, and conducted diagnostic tests to enhance clinical workflow and patient care.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper sterilization techniques to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for patients.
Registered Medical Assistant
Work Health Solutions
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided clinical support through patient intake, administering injections, and performing diagnostic tests (COVID, flu, strep), facilitating timely diagnosis and care.
- Assisted with minor medical procedures and prepared patients for exams, ensuring accurate clinical data documentation and enhancing patient readiness.
- Performed occupational health assessments and screenings, including DOT physicals, pulmonary function tests (PFTs), and audiograms.
Registered Medical Assistant
Concentra Urgent Care
Tulsa, OK
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Assisted with patient intake, administered injections, performed diagnostic testing (COVID, flu, strep) to enhance patient care and support clinical operations.
- Supported physicians during exams, ensuring accurate charting and documentation in patient records to facilitate effective patient treatment.
- Managed front office operations, coordinating patient communication and scheduling to ensure seamless administrative workflow.
Education
Associate Degree - Practical Nursing
Miller-Motte College
Tulsa, OK08-2024
Associate Degree - Medical Assisting
Brown Mackie College
Tulsa, OK07-2016
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV administration
- Patient assessment
- Nursing assessments
- Patient care
- Direct nursing care
- Wound management
- Medication charting
- Health records
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient triage
- Quality assurance
- Clinical supervision
- Patient education
- Patient support
- Chronic care management
- Elder care
- Child health
- Family health
- Behavioral health
- Home safety assessment
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Catheter maintenance
- Health records
- Effective communication
- Patient triage
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (Oklahoma), 2024
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Child Development Associate (CDA), Tulsa Community College, 05/13
- CPR and First Aid
Accomplishments
- Graduated with honors in both Medical Assisting and Practical Nursing programs.
- Maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout LPN coursework and received academic excellence awards.
Timeline
Feild nurse
Choice health at home
02.2026 - Current
Processing Nurse
Complete Home Health
04.2025 - 02.2026
Nurse
David L MOSS
01.2025 - Current
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Sand Springs Nursing Home and Rehab
10.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Medical Assistant
Ascension St. John
01.2023 - 10.2024
Registered Medical Assistant
Utica Women's Specialist
07.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Medical Assistant
Warren Clinic
03.2020 - 07.2022
Registered Medical Assistant
Care ATC
02.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Medical Assistant
Work Health Solutions
03.2017 - 09.2018
Registered Medical Assistant
Concentra Urgent Care
07.2016 - 02.2017
Associate Degree - Practical Nursing
Miller-Motte College
Associate Degree - Medical Assisting
Brown Mackie College