Rachel Stouffer
Lpn
Akron,OH
Summary
Proven Charge Nurse with a track record of excellence in patient care standards and clinical leadership at Timberland Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab. Expert in care coordination and mentoring, enhancing team efficiency by 30%. Demonstrates exceptional decision-making and compassionate patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with HIPAA.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Timberland Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab
02.2024 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting with Honda on care, performing treatment and dressing changes as ordered, assisting with ventilator and respiratory rehab, direct care of dialysis patients, placing and maintaining Iv therapy, monitoring patient lab results and vitals, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care as well as maintain
Agency Lpn
IntelyCare
04.2022 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients and their families, offering emotional support and education on treatment plans and self-care management.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients during transitions between service providers or levels of care.
- Recognized potential emergencies early through vigilant monitoring of patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining a clean environment, and reporting any concerns promptly.
- Maintained a safe and respectful work environment while at each different facility
- Reviewed each facility policy required prior to working in facility with direct contact maintained with management for any needs
Charge Nurse
Caprice Health Care Center
10.2017 - 12.2021
- Provided direct hands on care as well as performing medication and treatment administrations
- Reviewed and verified lab results with doctor as well as obtaining any orders needed
- Ensuring families and patients are assisted with any issues concerns or questions
- Participating directly in respiratory rehab and ventilator maintenance/care
- Supervising building throughout shift and assisting with staffing issues as they arise
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OHAssociate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OHLicensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Chiffon School of Practical Nursing
Youngstown, OH06.2009
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate and Patient
- Medication Administration
- Mentoring and Coaching
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
BLS certification- American health association
Exp: 7/2026
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Timberland Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab
02.2024 - Current
Agency Lpn
IntelyCare
04.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse
Caprice Health Care Center
10.2017 - 12.2021
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Eastern Gateway Community College
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Kent State University
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Chiffon School of Practical Nursing
BLS certification- American health association
Exp: 7/2026
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