Jeanelle Stepney
Richton Park,IL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient care and management. Skilled in performing accurate assessments and maintaining efficiency in fast-paced environments. Noted for successful teamwork with physicians to uphold high standards of healthcare practices. Proven ability to adapt and excel in challenging situations while ensuring optimal patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
Olympia Fields, IL
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitated labor support and delivery processes, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs during labor progression.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans for patients.
- Advocated for patient-centered care by actively involving families in decision-making processes during deliveries.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Promoted a calm and supportive environment for patients throughout their labor experience, utilizing various pain management techniques.
- Advocated for patient preferences in birth plans while maintaining compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, promoting open communication and trust in the care provided.
- Coordinated efficient handoffs between shifts to maintain continuity of care for patients throughout their stay at the facility.
- Provided effective postpartum care, educating new parents on infant care essentials such as feeding, bathing, and safety practices.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication with children and families.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling informed decision-making among healthcare providers.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided high-quality nursing care to patients in various healthcare settings
- Assessed patient conditions, developed care plans, and administered medications as necessary
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and treatment
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records in accordance with facility protocols
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to new environments, schedules, and patient populations as a travel nurse
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
Registered Charge Nurse
Franciscan Health
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Provided compassionate and high-quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting
- Educated patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care practices
- Administered medications, treatments, and procedures according to physician orders and nursing standards
- Assessed and monitored patients' vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment
- Skilled in performing various medical procedures, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy
- Strong communication skills demonstrated through patient education, family support, and accurate documentation of patient care plans
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes
- Responsible for coordinating patient care within designated unit, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards
- Oversaw nursing staff and delegated tasks accordingly to ensure optimal patient care and safety
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members, patients, and their families to promote open dialogue and understanding of care plans
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by providing mentorship, guidance, and support to nursing staff
- Maintained accurate patient records, administered medications, and performed nursing procedures in accordance with best practices and regulations
Patient Care Technician
Franciscan Health
06.2015 - 03.2021
- Assisted nurses and doctors in various medical procedures and treatments
- Provided personal care, comfort, and emotional support to patients in a compassionate and respectful manner
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of patient rooms, equipment, and common areas to maintain infection control
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, symptoms, and behaviors in electronic health records
Education
AAS - Nursing
Northwestern College
Oak Lawn03-2021
Skills
- Clinical judgment and assessment
- EPIC charting proficiency
- Patient and family advocacy
- Nursing leadership
- CPR/AED certification
- Medication and vaccination administration
- Patient and family education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Care coordination and documentation
- Compassionate communication
- Time management skills
- Vital data collection
- Wound and geriatric care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- IV management expertise
- Active listening skills
- Organizational skills
- Creative problem solving abilities
- Multitasking capacity
- Tracheostomy and respiratory care
- Pain and end-of-life management
- HIPAA compliance
- Critical thinking
- Accurate documentation
- Direct patient care
Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
10/10/2024, 255424055171
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 07/24/24, 255411610366
- Registered Professional Nurse License, IDFPR, 05/01/26
Timeline
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
12.2025 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital
07.2024 - 12.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya
02.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Charge Nurse
Franciscan Health
03.2021 - 02.2024
Patient Care Technician
Franciscan Health
06.2015 - 03.2021
AAS - Nursing
Northwestern College