Jennifer Stilwell
Topeka,KS
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in patient care coordination, advocacy, and education. Specializes in safe transitions of care and discharge planning, utilizing strong skills in physical assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to applying clinical knowledge and organizational abilities to drive team success and ensure quality patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Stormont Vail Hospital
Topeka, KS
01.2018 - Current
- I work directly with the hospitalist as a Nurse associate, participating in daily rounds with the provider, placing orders, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate discharge planning. I also assist with completing discharge summaries and FMLA documentation, as well as obtaining prior authorizations for medications
- I communicate with patients and provide education regarding their plan of care, ensuring they understand their treatment and discharge instructions. I assist with coordinating appropriate follow-up and aftercare plans to support safe and effective transitions of care. Additionally, I have served as our department's "Flu Shot Champion" for the past few years.
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams at the healthcare facility.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Stormont Vail Hospital
Topeka, KS
07.2016 - 01.2018
- I worked on 7 South Post Surgical Unit
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to medical-surgical patients, performing assessments, administering treatments, and documenting care.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on health management and provided post-discharge instructions to promote recovery.
- Prioritized patient care tasks based on urgency, ensuring timely completion of critical assignments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stormont Vail Hospital
Topeka, Kansas
01.2012 - 07.2016
- Provided care in 7 south post surgical unit
- Monitored patient vital signs, communicating significant changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Addressed patient care needs by collecting vitals, dressing wounds, and managing catheters, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and therapies according to prescriptions.
Patient Care Technician
Stormont Vail Hospital
Topeka, Kansas
06.2007 - 01.2012
- Contributed to the 7 South Post Surgical Unit
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and personal hygiene tasks.
- Supported patients during mobility and rehabilitation exercises.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2020
ADN
Rasmussen University
Topeka, KS07-2016
LPN
Washburn Tech
Topeka01-2012
Skills
- Discharge planning
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- FMLA documentation
- Time management
- Organization and multitasking
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- High level of autonomy
- Professional bedside manner
- Positive attitude
Timeline
Case Manager
Stormont Vail Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Stormont Vail Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stormont Vail Hospital
01.2012 - 07.2016
Patient Care Technician
Stormont Vail Hospital
06.2007 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Western Governors University
ADN
Rasmussen University
LPN
Washburn Tech