Elissa Stubblefield
Thousand Oaks,CA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with 17 years bedside nursing experience, offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
I have 4 years experience working for a renowned burn center. Multiple years working in a telemetry unit, in a fast paced, high stress department. I’ve been a charge nurse for 7 years, and am respected and liked by my colleagues. I am still currently working as an oncology infusion nurse for a private practice, I’ve been with that job for 11 years. And most recently started working in outpatient surgery at Los Robles Hospital per diem. I am extremely hard working, and I enjoy a fast paced atmosphere.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room, minimizing risk of infection and promoting patient wellbeing.
- Reduced recovery times for patients by providing efficient post-operative care and timely discharge instructions.
- Provided compassionate preoperative care by addressing patient concerns and thoroughly explaining each step of the surgical process.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings, sharing insights, and offering support to colleagues as needed.
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Dr. Michael Benjamin
02.2014 - Current
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening skills and empathetic communication style, fostering a supportive environment during challenging times in their lives.
- Reduced patient anxiety through clear communication and therapeutic relationship-building techniques.
- Provided compassionate care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, addressing their emotional and physical needs.
Registered Nurse
West Hills Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA12.2009
Timeline
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Dr. Michael Benjamin
02.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
West Hills Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2024
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Moorpark College
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