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STACEY ARNOLD

Rochester,IL

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with a strong focus on patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Collaborates effectively with teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination to deliver high-quality healthcare services.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Cross Country Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating findings to physicians.
  • Provided education and support to patients and families regarding health management.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual need
  • House Supervisor at current hospital, collaborating with all interdisciplinary teams to efficiently provide safe quality care to all our patients

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
08.2000 - Current
  • Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties, checking vital signs and explaining procedures.
  • Organized, implemented and appraised perioperative nursing care for each patient throughout entire surgery experience.
  • Delivered key information to patients and caregivers to prepare for operations, side effects and expected recovery process.
  • Administered pain medication and implemented management techniques to assist patients experiencing discomfort.
  • Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • 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.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

Registered Nurse

Revive Hydration, PLLC
10.2024 - Current
  • Administered weight loss injections, IV hydration and vitamin injections to patient's in mobile environments, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
  • Developed and implemented care tailored to individual patient needs, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with fellow teams to coordinate patient services, improving communication and continuity of care.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
07.1993 - 08.2000
  • Supported patients through recovery from procedures such as bypass, angioplasty and pacemaker surgery.
  • Explained patient conditions, procedures and treatment protocols to patients and families.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs using electrocardiograms in telemetry labs.
  • Encouraged patients to implement lifestyle changes to prevent worsening of heart disease.
  • Partnered with cardiologists to diagnose cause of arrhythmias and offer interventional treatments.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Participated in continuing education programs and critical care conferences and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.

Registered Nurse

Methodist Medical Center of Illinois
05.1991 - 07.1993
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

Methodist School of Nursing
Peoria, IL
05-1991

Skills

  • IV therapy management
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Employee oversight
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Team coordination
  • Supervisory skills in nursing
  • Strong clinical judgment

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Revive Hydration, PLLC
10.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Cross Country Healthcare
11.2021 - Current

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
08.2000 - Current

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Memorial Medical Center
07.1993 - 08.2000

Registered Nurse

Methodist Medical Center of Illinois
05.1991 - 07.1993

Diploma - Nursing

Methodist School of Nursing

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