Heather Stefaniak
Portland
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse with 19 years of nursing experience, including multiple travel assignments in home health, psychiatric emergency services, and medical-surgical nursing. Skilled in independent patient assessment, care coordination, medication management, wound care, and EMR documentation. Known for quickly integrating into new teams, maintaining strong patient relationships, and managing high caseloads across diverse clinical settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Psychiatric Emergency Services
Unity Center For Behavioral Health
Portland, OR
07.2025 - Current
- Assessed and stabilized patients experiencing psychiatric crises and behavioral emergencies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate safe patient disposition.
- Administered psychiatric medications, including long-acting injectable antipsychotics.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies.
- Managed high-acuity situations in a fast-paced emergency environment.
RN Behavioral Health
Memorial Epworth Center
South Bend, IN
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Conducted mental health assessments to identify patient needs and inform treatment strategies.
- Educated patients on coping mechanisms and behavioral health resources.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Compassus
Various Locations
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve care delivery processes.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to maintain accurate patient documentation and track outcomes.
- Conducted routine evaluations of home environments to ensure safety and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Improved medication adherence through thorough education on drug administration, interactions, and potential side effects.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
Various Locations
12.2020 - 08.2023
- Managed home visits for adult and geriatric patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop tailored treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and resource management.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving health needs and feedback from caregivers.
- Expedited wound healing by using advanced wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy or hydrocolloid dressings when appropriate.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
South Bend, IN
05.2012 - 12.2020
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations to enhance health outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized nursing interventions based on clinical guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly to ensure optimal recovery trajectories.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of patients'' progress and timely interventions in-home settings.
RN Medical Surgical
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
South Bend, IN
05.2007 - 05.2012
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes to inform timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN05-2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Wound care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intravenous therapy
- Case management
Certification
Registered Nurse- Oregon
BLS-American Heart Association
CPI-Crisis Prevention Intervention
Timeline
RN Psychiatric Emergency Services
Unity Center For Behavioral Health
07.2025 - Current
RN Behavioral Health
Memorial Epworth Center
12.2024 - 07.2025
Home Health RN Case Manager
Compassus
09.2023 - 07.2024
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
12.2020 - 08.2023
Home Health RN Case Manager
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
05.2012 - 12.2020
RN Medical Surgical
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
05.2007 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel University