Courtney Stedman
Soddy Daisy,TN
Summary
Compassionate, self-motivated Registered Nurse seeking to expand upon clinical knowledge and technical abilities to deliver optimal care in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to work well in both individual and team settings. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, STICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
01.2023 - Current
- Administered life-saving interventions in emergency situations involving trauma cases.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality trauma care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient safety with meticulous attention to detail and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Demonstrated effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Prioritized assignments based on urgency of need while remaining flexible with changing demands.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while providing emotional support for families during difficult times
Registered Nurse, NTICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Determined patient assignments in accordance with patient care needs.
- Precepted student nurses interested in critical care.
- Supported families during end-of-life decisions by providing emotional support and resources.
Nurse Resident, Adult Critical Care
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Assisted with admission, discharge and transfer procedures of patients according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring optimal patient comfort and proper sterile technique adherence.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working seamlessly across various clinical units based on staffing needs or volume fluctuations within the hospital setting
- Enhanced clinical skills through participation in ongoing education opportunities.
Nurse Technician, NNICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Promptly responded to patient calls for assistance or treatment, reporting observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Maintained accurate and reliable patient vital signs, blood glucose levels, and intake and output measurements.
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients
- Contributed to the prevention of hospital-acquired infections by strictly following hand hygiene guidelines and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment
Nurse Extern, NNICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Demonstrated strong communication skills by effectively interacting with patients, family members, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Accurately documented stroke assessments under RN supervision.
- Shadowed respiratory therapy, wound care, and rapid response team to better understand patient care approaches.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities for personal growth as well as improved patient outcomes through updated knowledge of best practices within nursing standards
- Obtained NIH Stroke certification.
Medical Assistant
Specialists In Pulmonary Critical Care
Chattanooga, TN
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs, and information about current medical issues.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physicians instructions.
- Communicated messages between patients and physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests.
- Maintained patient privacy by following protocols for securing patient medical records.
- Collaborated with other facilities to schedule surgeries, referrals and other procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05.2021
Skills
- Trauma Care
- Emergency Procedures
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Clear Communication
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Compassionate Care
- Conflict Resolution
- Blood and Blood Product Administration
- Wound Care
- Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Cultural Competence
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- CRRT
- TNCC
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse, STICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, NTICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023
Nurse Resident, Adult Critical Care
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2022
Nurse Technician, NNICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
07.2019 - 02.2020
Nurse Extern, NNICU
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
05.2019 - 07.2019
Medical Assistant
Specialists In Pulmonary Critical Care
08.2018 - 12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Chattanooga State Community College