Candice N. Stevens MSN, FNP-BC, APRN-CNP
Bellefontaine,OH
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with more than 13 years of experience in patient care. Well-versed in offering evidence-based therapeutic care at all levels with multi-disciplinary medical facilities. Expertise in management and supervision of medical staff. Skilled in inpatient teaching with a strong emphasis in critical care, case management and administration. Reputation as self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNP, Hospitalist
Mary Rutan Hospital
Bellefontaine, OH
01.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Coordinated with other members of the medical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided daily patient care, including medication management and symptom control.
- Performed physical examinations and ordered laboratory tests for hospitalized patients.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient history and current condition.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding diagnosis and prognosis.
- Evaluated new admissions to determine their clinical status and need for further testing or procedures.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Mary Rutan Hospital
Bellefont, OH
01.2017 - 12.2022
- Managed critical cardiac patients including ballon pumps and total vascular occlusions.
- Managed critically ill intubated patients
- Identified sepsis and followed procedure and proper protocols
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Administered medications by diverse means and tracked responses.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, art lines, CVP's, mechanical ventilators and alarms, and oxygen delivery devices including bi-pap's.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs, track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms, and provide emergency interventions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Shift Supervisor
Logan View
Bellefontaine, OH
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow between shifts.
- Created work schedules for staff while adhering to labor laws and budget constraints.
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
- Served as a role model for other employees by demonstrating professional behavior at all times.
Registered Nurse
Logan county jail
Bellefont, OH
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Working autonomously with patients to provide proper treatment.
Registered Nurse, Private Duty
State Of Ohio Department of Medicaid
Columbus, OH
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Monitoring tracheostomy and gastric tube function.
- Assisting in tracheostomy and gastric tube changes and care.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Conferred with parents to inform on type of daily activities, successes, strengths observed and potential obstacles to healthy development.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Logan acres, Homestead
Bellefontaine, OH
04.2013 - 05.2015
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Quality Residential Alternitives
Bellefontaine, OH
10.2011 - 12.2013
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
Education
Master of Science - FNP
Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2018
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
James A Rhodes State College
Lima, OH06.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Nacy J Knight School of Nursing
Bellefontaine, OH12.2012
High School Diploma -
Bellefontaine High School
Bellefontaine, OH06.2004
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Procedure Assistance
- Critical care management
- Chronic illness management
- Compassionate and Caring
- Treatment Preparation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Medical Record-keeping
- Patient Management
- Health Care Consultation
- Emergency Response
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Clinical collaboration
- Treatment planning
- Inter-professional collaboration
- Acute care expertise
- Precepting
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Cum laude - Spring Arbor University
- National honors society - 2020 to present
- Leadership award - Cheers for Peers for team leadership
- Mary Rutan Medical Scholarship recipient - 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Affiliations
- Previous Officer in Ohio Nursing Association local chapter - co chair
- American Nurses Credentialing Center member (ANCC)
- American Nurses Association member
- Class Vice President - Nancy J Knight
- Anatomy club President - Rhodes State College
- Psychology club Treasure - Ohio State University
- Teaching and tutoring in professional skills
- Organized charity event for breast cancer
- Participation in advocacy groups
- Mentoring students and young professionals
- Continuous learning through online courses/certifications
- Promoting ethical practices in the hospital setting
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- SAFE Nurse
- PALS
- APRN -2022
- Registered nurse - 2016
- LPN - 2012
- STNA -2010
Timeline
CNP, Hospitalist
Mary Rutan Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Logan View
03.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Logan county jail
02.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, ICU
Mary Rutan Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Private Duty
State Of Ohio Department of Medicaid
06.2015 - 08.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Logan acres, Homestead
04.2013 - 05.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Quality Residential Alternitives
10.2011 - 12.2013
Master of Science - FNP
Spring Arbor University
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Ohio State University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
James A Rhodes State College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Nacy J Knight School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Bellefontaine High School