Kathy Steffen
Henderson,NV
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Have a caring bedside manner with patient-centric focus and expertise in discharge management.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
Southern Nevada State Veterans Home
Boulder City , NV
2014.09 - Current
- Evaluated performance of individual nurses against established standards.
- Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
Staff Nurse
Kindred
Henderson , NV
2013.09 - 2014.09
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
Staff Nurse
St Rose De Lima Hospital
Henderson , NV
2011.09 - 2012.09
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Charge Nurse
Harmon Medical and Rehab
Las Vegas , NV
2002.09 - 2011.09
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
Staff Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas , NV
1996.05 - 2001.09
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mineral Area College
Park Hills, MO1996-05
Skills
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Patient Education and Advocacy
- Case Review
- Patient Care
Certification
- RN 29020
- BLS current to 10/2024
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Southern Nevada State Veterans Home
2014.09 - Current
Staff Nurse
Kindred
2013.09 - 2014.09
Staff Nurse
St Rose De Lima Hospital
2011.09 - 2012.09
Charge Nurse
Harmon Medical and Rehab
2002.09 - 2011.09
Staff Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
1996.05 - 2001.09
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mineral Area College
- RN 29020
- BLS current to 10/2024
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