Lee Ann Stuart
Kennett,MO
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Piggott Community Hospital
Piggott, AR
11.2018 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
RN
Legacy Hospice
Kennett, MO
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
Registered Nurse
Twin Rivers Regional Medical Center
Kennett, MO
11.1997 - 06.2018
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Education
Diploma - Registered Nursing
St Johns School of Nursing And Applied Science
Springfield, MO05-1992
Diploma LPN - LPN
South Central Area Vo-Tech
West Plains, MO10-1986
High School Diploma -
Willow Springs High School
Willow Springs, MO05-1979
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MOSkills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Health care consultation
- Unit Administration
- Appointment Scheduling
- Trauma recovery
- Chart updating
- Chronic Disease Management
- Infectious disease control
- Wound Care
- Medisoft
- Sanitation
- Home Health Care
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Neonatal ICU procedures
- Cesarean section preparation
- Operating Room Skills
- Follow-up calls
- Postpartum Care
- BLS instructor
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Newborn education
- Hearing screenings
- Neonatal nursing
- Neonatal and maternity specialist
- Birth coaching
- VFC compliance
- OR and ER experience
- Epic EHR Management
- Long-Term Care
- Bi-lingual in English and [language]
- Data Collection
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Supply Restocking
- Medical assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Mental Health Nursing
Accomplishments
2009 Nurse of the Quarter, Nurse of the Year for Hospital and Nurse of the Year for corperation.
Certification
- Missouri RN Licence #123545
- ACLS, BLS and PALS Certified
Timeline
RN
Legacy Hospice
04.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
Piggott Community Hospital
11.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Twin Rivers Regional Medical Center
11.1997 - 06.2018
Diploma - Registered Nursing
St Johns School of Nursing And Applied Science
Diploma LPN - LPN
South Central Area Vo-Tech
High School Diploma -
Willow Springs High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pre Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
- Missouri RN Licence #123545
- ACLS, BLS and PALS Certified
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