Debora C. Steiner
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Experienced in delivering exceptional patient care within the field of gastroenterology. Dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive support throughout diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Leveraging advanced nursing techniques and extensive knowledge, prioritizing patient comfort and enhancing procedural efficiency. Proven track record of fostering strong patient relationships and promoting teamwork, consistently contributing to a positive healthcare environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GI Nurse Navigator
Oklahoma City VA Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
- Promoted optimal healing by assessing surgical sites for signs of infection or complications after gastrointestinal surgeries.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality care and thorough assessments in the GI nursing setting.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between departments by effectively communicating relevant patient information to colleagues during handoff reports.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in gastroenterology nursing care.
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
VA Medical Center
08.2018 - Current
- Pre-, Intra-, and Post- phases of cases for Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy and Trans-esophageal Echocardiogram cases.
- Responsibilities included initial assessments, medication verification and reconciliation, IV initiation, IV administrations, telemetry monitoring, and discharge instructions per physician orders.
- Performed conscious sedation independently.
- Procedures included EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP, and EUS with FNA/EMR.
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
VA Medical Center
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Pre-, Intra-, and Post- phases of cases for Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy and Trans-esophageal Echocardiogram cases.
- Responsibilities included initial assessments, medication verification and reconciliation, IV initiation, IV administrations, telemetry monitoring, and discharge instructions per physician orders.
- Performed conscious sedation independently.
- Procedures included EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP, and EUS with FNA/EMR.
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
VA Medical Center
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Pre-, Intra-, and Post- phases of cases for Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy and Trans-esophageal Echocardiogram cases.
- Responsibilities included initial assessments, medication verification and reconciliation, IV initiation, IV administrations, telemetry monitoring, and discharge instructions per physician orders.
- Performed conscious sedation independently.
- Procedures included EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP, and EUS with FNA/EMR.
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
OU Medical Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Procedural sedation and circulator for Endoscopic and Advanced Endoscopic procedures.
- Performed conscious sedation independently, as well as assisting during cases requiring intubation and general anesthesia.
- Procedures included EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP, EUS with FNA/EMR, EGD with RFA.
Staff RN - Emergency Department
Midwest Regional Medical
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Providing healthcare to patients ranging in age from birth to death.
- Triage of walk-in and initial assessments of patients arriving by EMS.
- Initiating IV access, blood draws, administering medications, obtaining EKGs.
- Assisting with procedures such as conscious sedation, chest tube placements, lumbar punctures, reductions of joint dislocations, application of splinting material, set up of sterile equipment, and other minor procedures.
Staff RN - Outpatient Diagnostic
Mercy Health Center
02.2011 - 02.2015
- Pre-, Intra-, and Post- phases of cases for Endoscopy, Pain Management, Urology, IV Therapy, Bronchoscopy and Trans-esophageal Echocardiogram cases.
- Responsibilities included initial assessments, medication verification and reconciliation, IV initiation, IV, IM and oral medication administrations, telemetry monitoring, and discharge instructions per physician orders.
- Performed conscious sedation independently, as well as assisting during cases requiring intubation and general anesthesia.
- Care of patients that required phlebotomy, IV antibiotics and blood transfusions.
Nursing Supervisor
Steelman Clinic
07.2010 - 02.2011
- Working nursing supervisor in a fast-paced clinic setting.
- Responsibilities included supervision of back office nursing staff, placing patients in rooms, obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy, review of prescriptions and recent pertinent medical history.
Staff RN - Pain Management Department
Community Hospital
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Pre-, Intra-, and Post- phases of Pain Management procedural cases.
- Responsibilities included initial assessments, medication verification and reconciliation, IV initiation, IV, IM and oral medication administrations, telemetry monitoring, and discharge instructions per physician orders.
- Conscious sedation performed under direction of physician.
Staff RN - Emergency Department
Deaconess Hospital
06.2003 - 06.2009
- Providing healthcare to patients ranging in age from birth to death.
- Triage of walk-in and initial assessments of patients arriving by EMS.
- Initiating IV access, blood draws, administering medications, obtaining EKGs.
- Assisting with procedures such as conscious sedation, chest tube placements, lumbar punctures, reductions of joint dislocations, application of splinting material, set up of sterile equipment, and other minor procedures.
Staff RN - Ambulatory Care Unit
Edmond Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2008
- Pre, Sedate, and Post procedure care of Pain Management, Endoscopy, and Outpatient Surgical Patients, including initial assessments, medication reconciliation and verification, IV initiation, IV, IM and oral medication administrations, telemetry monitoring, and discharge instructions per physician orders.
- Phlebotomy, IV antibiotics and blood transfusions.
Per Diem Staff RN - Emergency Department
Moore Medical Center
11.2005 - 06.2006
- Providing healthcare to patients ranging in age from birth to death.
- Triage of walk-in and initial assessments of patients arriving by EMS.
- Initiating IV access, blood draws, administering medications, obtaining EKGs.
- Assisting with procedures such as conscious sedation, chest tube placements, lumbar punctures, reductions of joint dislocations, application of splinting material, set up of sterile equipment, and other minor procedures.
Per Diem Office Staff - Registered Nurse
Pinnacle NeuroCare Inc.
04.2004 - 08.2004
- Assisted with scheduling of patients for office visits.
- Preparing charts for upcoming clinic dates, confirming appointments with patients, and locating x-rays / MRI films.
- Preparing patients for examination by placing them in rooms and gowns if needed.
- Reviewing effectiveness of current medications and or therapies with patients.
- Preparation of Worker's Compensation forms, Physical Therapy and medication prescriptions.
Staff RN - Emergency Department
St. Anthony Hospital
08.2000 - 04.2004
- Providing healthcare to patients ranging in age from birth to death.
- Triage of walk-in and initial assessments of patients arriving by EMS.
- Initiating IV access, blood draws, administering medications, obtaining EKGs.
- Assisting with procedures such as conscious sedation, chest tube placements, lumbar punctures, reductions of joint dislocations, application of splinting material, set up of sterile equipment, and other minor procedures.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Rose State College
Midwest City, OK05.2002
Skills
- Endoscopy procedural expertise
- Care coordination
- Conscious sedation
- Enteral feeding education
- Documentation accuracy
- Clinical judgment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Compassionate direct patient care
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal skills
- Care coordination
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)/ Basic Life Support (BLS)
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 3in the development of Enteral Feeding care and maintenance booklet for new PEG patients .
Certification
- LPN, expired, 05/01/02
- Registered Nurse, active, 05/01/22
- CPR / BLS, active, 04/01/22
- ACLS, active, 04/01/22
Languages
English
Timeline
GI Nurse Navigator
Oklahoma City VA Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
VA Medical Center
08.2018 - Current
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
VA Medical Center
03.2018 - 08.2018
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
VA Medical Center
08.2016 - 03.2018
Staff RN - Adult Endoscopy
OU Medical Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
Staff RN - Emergency Department
Midwest Regional Medical
02.2015 - 05.2015
Staff RN - Outpatient Diagnostic
Mercy Health Center
02.2011 - 02.2015
Nursing Supervisor
Steelman Clinic
07.2010 - 02.2011
Staff RN - Pain Management Department
Community Hospital
06.2008 - 08.2010
Staff RN - Ambulatory Care Unit
Edmond Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2008
Per Diem Staff RN - Emergency Department
Moore Medical Center
11.2005 - 06.2006
Per Diem Office Staff - Registered Nurse
Pinnacle NeuroCare Inc.
04.2004 - 08.2004
Staff RN - Emergency Department
Deaconess Hospital
06.2003 - 06.2009
Staff RN - Emergency Department
St. Anthony Hospital
08.2000 - 04.2004
Associates Degree - Nursing
Rose State College
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