MEDITECH
Stacey Wolfe
Registered Nurse
Shorewood,IL
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. I am very dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care while also building connections with patients and families to build trust and rapport.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, COVID
Morris Hospital
Morris, IL
07.2022 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
Northlake, IL
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Registered Nurse
RML Specialty Hospital
Hinsdale, IL
03.2014 - 08.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Assessed crash cart equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Amita Presence St. Joseph's Medical Center
Joliet, IL
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Park Pointe Nursing Home
Morris, IL
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Cared for patients in 120-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL 01.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL 08.2011 - 05.2013
General Education in Nursing And Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
Intravenous therapy
IV setup
Infection control measures
Chronic disease management
Hospice philosophy understanding
Relationship building
At-risk patient care
Foley catheters
Gastrostomy tubes
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Vaccine administration
Feeding pumps understanding
Patient discharge
High level of autonomy
Professional bedside manner
Tracheostomy Care
Patient Assessments
Acute care expertise
Precepting
Strong clinical judgment
Neurological monitoring
Diabetes and nutrition education
Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Training - Chosen to precept multiple new hires and nursing students
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements with recognition from multiple patients, family members and staff.
Software
CERNER
PCC
Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse (2013-present)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, COVID
Morris Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Francis
01.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Amita Presence St. Joseph's Medical Center
03.2015 - 03.2016
Registered Nurse
RML Specialty Hospital
03.2014 - 08.2021
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Park Pointe Nursing Home
07.2013 - 03.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
08.2011 - 05.2013
General Education in Nursing And Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago