Stacey Huffman
Anderson,IN
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in patient care and collaboration. Proven ability to establish positive rapport with patients and colleagues, enhancing overall patient outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality nursing care through a disciplined and energetic approach.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Hospital Anderson Advanced Wound Care
Anderson, Indiana
12.2022 - Current
- Assess patient wounds and document findings in electronic health records.
- Educate patients and families on wound care techniques and proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment strategies.
- Educate patients on wound care management and recovery processes.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
- Provide wound care following physician orders for treatments including Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) application and compression wraps.
- Adhere to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
LPN Infusion Nurse
Allcare Rheumatoloy
Westfield, Indiana
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by provider.
- Educated patients on disease management and treatment options effectively.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Responsible for drug calculations, reconstitution of biologic and intravenous pre/post medications.
- Proficient in placing intravenous lines and accessing mediports for biologic/IVP medication administration.
- Proficient in the reconstitution and administration of IV Rituxan, Actemra, Benlysta, Reclast, Remicade, Orencia, and Simponi Aria.
- Monitored patient's vital signs per policy in response to medication administration.
LPN Med Oncology Prep Room
Community Hospital MD Anderson Medical Oncology
Anderson, Indiana
09.2015 - 11.2020
- Administered medications and completed treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered prescribed medications/started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Proficient in phlebotomy obtaining pre-chemotherapy lab work as ordered via peripheral stick, mediport access, central line or PICC line blood draws.
- Assisted RN's in the infusion area via obtaining vital signs, accessed IV's or mediports, administered ordered pre-meds in prep for chemotherapy administration. (RN ONLY for chemo administration.) Hung IV fluids and IV iron to aid RN's when available.
- Competent in responding to acute patient adverse reactions to IV iron and the administration of approved IVP medications per emergency kit to combat reaction per established protocols.
- Approved via Physicians/Office Manager to reconstitute and administer TPA in the event of a catheter occlusion with a mediport or central line.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LPN Office Nurse
Community OBGYN
Anderson, Indiana
06.2010 - 09.2015
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Assisted with patient examinations and provided necessary support during procedures.
- Managed medical records and ensured accurate documentation of patient information.
- Educated patients on medication management and post-treatment care instructions.
- Administered medications and performed routine injections as directed by physicians.
- Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms for colposcopies and contraception procedures.
- Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families. (ex: smoking cessation in pregnancy)
- Proficient in the administration of a fetal non-stress test and competent to read a NST strip while reporting fetal decelerations to the appropriate physician.
LPN Office Nurse
Community Hospital Pregnancy Plus
Anderson, Indiana
05.2004 - 06.2010
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate care for pregnant, postpartum and gynecological patients under the supervision of midwives/physicians.
- Efficiently and effectively managed triage questions to ensure accurate information received and provided for a timely/proficient response to direct patient care appropriately and to promote patient care continuity for optimal outcomes.
- Completed all tasks with a patient-centered focus.
LPN
Community Hospital Extended Care Unit
Anderson, Indiana
09.1996 - 05.2004
- Administered medications, IV antibiotics/IVF's/TPN, IVP meds (ex: morphine.) Responsible for the management of PCA/CAD pumps, completed ordered treatments according to physician orders/established protocols.
- Placed NG (nasogastric) tubes and foley catheters. Responsible for the administration of tube feedings.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the charge nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary/appropriate patient care.
Education
LPN Curriculum Completion - Nursing
Anderson School of Practical Nursing
Anderson, IN06-1996
Skills
- Wound care management
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Patient-focused
- Articulate
- Driven
- Compassionate
- Dedicated
- Precise
- Supportive
- Team player
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Hospital Anderson Advanced Wound Care
12.2022 - Current
LPN Infusion Nurse
Allcare Rheumatoloy
11.2020 - 12.2022
LPN Med Oncology Prep Room
Community Hospital MD Anderson Medical Oncology
09.2015 - 11.2020
LPN Office Nurse
Community OBGYN
06.2010 - 09.2015
LPN Office Nurse
Community Hospital Pregnancy Plus
05.2004 - 06.2010
LPN
Community Hospital Extended Care Unit
09.1996 - 05.2004
LPN Curriculum Completion - Nursing
Anderson School of Practical Nursing
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