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Heather Stephenson, RN BSN

Blaine,MN

Summary

Experienced mental health registered nurse with proven clinical knowledge, interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Registered Nurse Care Coordinator

UMPhysicians
02.2022 - Current
  • Coordinates care across health care continuum within M Health Mental Health and Addiction Resident Clinic
  • Manage patient care for 12 physicians and nurse practitioners
  • Serves as single point of contact by facilitating and coordinating transitions in care within and between care settings, providers, and services
  • Assisted in development of departmental policies and procedures related to care coordination practices.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Served as liaison between patients, insurance companies, and providers to help navigate complex healthcare systems for optimal outcomes.
  • Participation in care team visits as well as weekly multidisciplinary care team planning meetings.
  • Tracking results and reporting status of patients during weekly care team planning meetings.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.

Registered Nurse

Allina Health
10.2019 - 02.2022

    Employee Occupational Health

    • Assess, plan, case manage employee injuries, vaccines, job accommodations, bloodborne and disease exposure, and other workplace safety concerns
    • Help with developing and implementing health and safety programs
    • Trained nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
    • Addiction Services Inpatient Unit

      • Charge nurse
      • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
      • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Mental Health Registered Nurse

M Health Fairview
11.2012 - 02.2022
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of new policies and procedures to improve healthcare quality.
  • Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
  • Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Education

Bachelors of Science, Nursing -

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah
07.2013

Associate of Science, Nursing -

North Hennepin Community College
Brooklyn Park, MN
05.2012

Skills

  • 10 years of charge nurse and precepting experience
  • Implemented scheduling, training and work flows for current nurse team
  • Participated in multiple nursing projects and initiatives
  • Co-lead multiple care teams
  • Supervisor experience in previous field
  • BLS

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing
  • Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services

Timeline

Mental Health Registered Nurse Care Coordinator

UMPhysicians
02.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Allina Health
10.2019 - 02.2022

Mental Health Registered Nurse

M Health Fairview
11.2012 - 02.2022

Bachelors of Science, Nursing -

Western Governors University

Associate of Science, Nursing -

North Hennepin Community College
Heather Stephenson, RN BSN