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KIMBERLY Stieren

Fenton, MO 63026, USA,MO

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mercy Homecare, excelling in patient assessments and care planning. Proven ability to enhance health outcomes through strong clinical judgment and compassionate patient education. Skilled in medication administration and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, leading to improved patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans.

Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Mercy Homecare
11.2012 - Current
  • Assisted in patient assessments and documentation using electronic health record systems.
  • Supported nursing staff in administering medications and treatments per established protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and safety practices.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to registered nurses promptly.
  • Educated patients on post-treatment care and health management strategies.
  • Contributed to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
  • Engaged in ongoing professional development through workshops and hands-on experiences.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment and support.
  • Assessed patient needs through thorough evaluations, adjusting care strategies based on ongoing assessments.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans and improving outcomes.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients to enhance care coordination and address concerns promptly.
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans for optimal health outcomes.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration among healthcare providers.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on evolving medical conditions and treatment responses.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and preventive care practices.

RN Case Manager

SSM Home Health
02.1995 - 10.2012
  • Coordinated patient care plans to ensure continuity and quality of services.
  • Assessed patient needs and implemented individualized interventions to enhance health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resource utilization and care delivery.
  • Reviewed clinical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Mentored new staff on case management processes and best practices in patient care.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Developed training materials to support ongoing education for healthcare team members.

Education

RN - Nursing

SLCC
St Louis, MO

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient care
  • Wound care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Care planning
  • Patient management
  • Care plan development
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient evaluation
  • Family education

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Mercy Homecare
11.2012 - Current

RN Case Manager

SSM Home Health
02.1995 - 10.2012

RN - Nursing

SLCC