Deanna Stapleton
Tuckerman,AR
Summary
Adaptable nursing professional with progressive experience across med-surg, correctional health, and home health settings. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, organizational multitasking, and thorough case documentation. Committed to supporting patient safety, continuity of care, and timely follow-up.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager Rn
Optum-Unity Home Health
Newport, AR
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans, aligning home health services with clinical goals and discharge needs.
- Completed comprehensive assessments and updated care documentation in electronic health records.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and caregivers to resolve service gaps and support continuity of care.
- Arranged referrals, authorizations, and community resources to address patient needs and barriers.
- Monitored case progress and followed up on care plan adherence, appointments, and service utilization.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, home care instructions, and available support services.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Registered Nurse
Unity Health Medical Center
Searcy, AR
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Administered medications and monitored responses for safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary staff to coordinate timely patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care plans based on clinical findings.
- Documented vital signs, treatments, and chart updates in electronic health records.
- Assessed patients on the medical-surgical unit, prioritizing care plans and timely interventions.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and case managers.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, discharge instructions, and self-care.
- Tracked vital signs, laboratory results, and clinical status to identify condition changes.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans based on clinical findings
- Administered medications and monitored responses for safety and effectiveness
- Collaborated with physicians and care teams to coordinate treatment plans
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records
RN Staff Nurse
Wellpath- Grimes Unit
Newport AR
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Conducted comprehensive inmate assessments and prioritized nursing interventions for acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments while maintaining compliance with correctional health protocols.
- Documented patient encounters, clinical observations, and care plans in electronic medical records.
- Triaged sick-call requests and coordinated timely provider follow-up for emerging health concerns.
- Responded to medical emergencies with calm clinical judgment and appropriate stabilization measures.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Patient Care Technician
St Bernards Heart and Vascular
Jonesboro, AR
01.2015 - 12.2021
- Monitored cardiac patients, documenting vital signs, rhythm changes, and clinical observations accurately.
- Assisted with EKGs, telemetry setup, and lead placement to support timely cardiac assessments.
- Provided direct patient care, including hygiene support, mobility assistance, and comfort measures.
- Collected specimens and completed point-of-care testing following infection control and safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University-Newport
Newport, AR12-2021
Skills
- Care coordination
- Case documentation
- Direct patient care
- Time management
- Organizational multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Positive attitude
- Care coordination
Certification
- RN Lisense # 218303 2-2-24
Timeline
Case Manager Rn
Optum-Unity Home Health
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Unity Health Medical Center
11.2024 - 07.2025
RN Staff Nurse
Wellpath- Grimes Unit
03.2021 - 10.2024
Patient Care Technician
St Bernards Heart and Vascular
01.2015 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University-Newport