Stacey Felder
Buffalo
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with 4+ years of experience delivering comprehensive patient care in fast-paced healthcare settings. Skilled in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans. Proven ability to educate patients and families on disease management and preventive healthcare measures, while effectively mentoring new staff. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and critical thinking.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
SGA H. care staffing
Buffalo
01.2022 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status, documenting findings accurately in medical records
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Educated patients and their families on disease management strategies, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure smooth transitions of care
- Responded promptly to emergency situations by initiating appropriate interventions and notifying healthcare providers as necessary
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patients' conditions and take appropriate action
- Managed multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Maintained accurate medication records and performed medication reconciliation during transitions of care
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient outcomes
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing pain or distress through active listening techniques
- Mentored new nursing staff members on unit-specific protocols/procedures
- Closely monitored post-operative patients for potential complications such as infection, bleeding, or respiratory distress
- Collaborated with wound care specialists to develop and implement appropriate treatment plans for patients with complex wounds
- Assisted in the implementation of fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and improve safety outcomes
- Provided education on preventive healthcare measures such as immunizations, screenings, and healthy lifestyle choices
- Demonstrated proficiency in administering intravenous medications and monitoring IV sites for signs of complications or infiltration
Certified Nursing Assistant
Loretto Health and Rehabilitation
Syracuse
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Provided compassionate care to residents in a long-term rehabilitation facility.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily medical tasks and patient hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team promptly.
- Supported residents with mobility and physical therapy exercises to enhance recovery.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for healthcare compliance.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals daily.
- Trained new staff on proper caregiving techniques and facility protocols efficiently.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment by following infection control practices diligently.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Assistant Cook
The Nottingham Retirement community
Syracuse
02.2014 - 01.2017
- Prepared nutritious meals for residents following dietary guidelines and individual preferences.
- Assisted head cook in creating weekly menus to enhance dining variety and satisfaction.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness by adhering to sanitation standards and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service flow.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and notifying management of low stock items.
- Supported special events by preparing themed meals for community gatherings and celebrations.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, safety practices, and food handling techniques.
- Resolved resident meal inquiries promptly to enhance dining experience at the retirement community.
- Provided assistance to cooks in preparing meals during busy periods.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, standards, and dietary guidelines.
- Checked quality of ingredients before adding them to a dish or meal.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables and grinding meats.
- Maintained sanitation in the kitchen by adhering to health regulations.
- Performed daily maintenance on equipment such as cleaning and lubricating parts.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens and other cooking equipment during meal preparation.
- Labeled containers properly with contents and date information.
- Stocked kitchen items such as spices and condiments.
- Ensured proper portion sizes were served during meal times.
- Operated commercial appliances including mixers, grinders, slicers, steamers.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding menu changes or special orders.
- Transported prepared foods from kitchen to serving area using appropriate transport containers and utensils.
- Took initiative in training new employees on proper safety protocols within the kitchen environment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members about any issues related to food service operations.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
BOCES
Syracuse, US 08.2020 - 08.2021
computer engineering -
Hutchinson Technical Central h.s
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Health education
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement
- Safety protocols
- Critical thinking
- Documentation accuracy
- Pain management
- [Type] EMR software
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Mental health support
- Diabetes management
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Physical assessment
- Staff supervision
Certification
- BLS Certification
- LPN
- CPR Certification
- CNA
Nursing License
LPN 2022 to current
Timeline
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
SGA H. care staffing
01.2022 - Current
LPN - Practical Nursing
BOCES
08.2020 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Loretto Health and Rehabilitation
01.2017 - 08.2021
Assistant Cook
The Nottingham Retirement community
02.2014 - 01.2017
computer engineering -
Hutchinson Technical Central h.s