ROSEMARY STEVENSON
Richmond Heights,Mo
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Float Pool Registered Nurse
SSM Health Corporation
Saint Louis , Mo, MO
02.2008 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- I float to five different hospitals within the SSM system. I have expert experience working in ED/OVERFLOW, STEPDOWN, TELEMETRY, NEURO, ORTHO, and MED-SURG. as a floor nurse.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Metropolitan St Louis Psychiatric Center
Saint Louis, Mo, MO
05.2010 - 09.2011
- Completed pre-admission screenings and physical and mental health assessments for psychiatric patients.
- Partnered with social workers, counselors and doctors to develop plans of care.
- Assisted in calming patients using recognized best practice techniques with help from assistants and guards.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Home Health Nurse
Helping Hands/ Supplemental
Saint Louis, Mo, MO
01.2005 - 02.2008
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job title].
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
ST.LOUIS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
SAINT LOUIS, MO, MO
11.2002 - 11.2007
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Enhanced performance of junior nurses through training and evaluations.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and [Type] workshops.
- Also transitioned into a Charge Nurse position
Hemodialysis Nurse
Renal Care Group
SAINT LOUIS, MO, MO
12.2000 - 11.2002
- Oversaw administration of peritoneal dialysis in addition to hemodialysis, both Acute and Chronic patients in a hospital setting.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Acute Hemodialysis RN
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
Saint Louis, Mo, MO
01.1999 - 12.2000
- Educated families and patients regarding conditions, symptoms and care plans.
- Provided expert critical care response in emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Performed Hemodialysis in a hospital setting to acutely ill patients suffering from acute kidney failure.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Christian Northeast Hospital
Saint Louis, Mo, MO
05.1998 - 01.1999
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to [Number] patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Jewish School of Nursing/Gofarb
Saint Louis, Mo06.1998
Skills
- Experienced Acute/Chronic Hemodialysis RN
- ACLS certified
- BLS certified
- Critical Care Certified
- NIH/STROKE certified
- CSN experience
Quote
Growth demands a temporary surrender of security.
Gail Sheehy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Metropolitan St Louis Psychiatric Center
05.2010 - 09.2011
Regional Float Pool Registered Nurse
SSM Health Corporation
02.2008 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Helping Hands/ Supplemental
01.2005 - 02.2008
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
ST.LOUIS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
11.2002 - 11.2007
Hemodialysis Nurse
Renal Care Group
12.2000 - 11.2002
Acute Hemodialysis RN
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
01.1999 - 12.2000
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Christian Northeast Hospital
05.1998 - 01.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Jewish School of Nursing/Gofarb
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