Stacey Graham
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at AdventHealth, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Leveraged strong clinical judgment to implement evidence-based care plans, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement through effective communication and compassionate care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Core Medical Group
05.2025 - Current
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse
Mederi Caretenders
06.2024 - 06.2026
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse
American Medical Staffing
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Health Trust Staffing
09.2024 - 11.2025
- Administered medications and performed patient assessments to ensure optimal care in medical-surgical unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to facilitate timely interventions and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting understanding and compliance.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections through adherence to established guidelines.
- Conducted regular evaluations of patient progress, adjusting care plans based on individual needs and responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections and promoting a safe environment.
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care services and operational efficiency within the unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
On Point
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care to enhance recovery processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments, documenting changes in condition to inform ongoing care strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Jersey College
Teterboro, NJ09.2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- EMR systems
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- EMR / EHR
- Chronic disease management
- Medical assessment
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Chest pain management
- Treatment Planning
- HIPAA education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
American Medical Staffing
09.2025 - 03.2026
Registered Nurse
Core Medical Group
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Health Trust Staffing
09.2024 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse
Mederi Caretenders
06.2024 - 06.2026
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
04.2022 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
On Point
11.2021 - 03.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Jersey College