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Staci Mowrer

Quarryville,PENNSYLVANIA

Summary

Proven Registered Nurse with a track record of critical thinking and problem-solving to improve patient outcomes, notably at Heartland Hospice. Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork, enhancing patient care and reducing readmissions. Adapts swiftly to new challenges, ensuring high-quality, compassionate service.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RNCM

Heartland Hospice
01.2024 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
  • Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
  • Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
  • Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
  • Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
  • Provided timely feedback to healthcare providers regarding patient concerns, facilitating prompt resolution of issues and contributing to a positive patient experience.
  • Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
  • Advocated for patients'' rights, facilitating access to necessary services and resources within the community.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

MS Hershey Medical Center
10.2018 - 12.2023
  • 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.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
  • Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
  • Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
  • Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
  • Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Registered Nurse

LifeCare Hospital Of Chester County/Mechanicsburg
05.2017 - 05.2019
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Registered Nurse

ProHealth Staffing
02.2017 - 05.2017
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

RNCM

Amedisys Home Health
02.2016 - 02.2017
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

The Pennsylvania State University
Mont Alto, PA
05.2013

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Excellent Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Calm Under Pressure

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse 2013
  • ACLS/BLS
  • Chemotherapy/Biotherapy (currently expired)
  • Certified Professional Coder (currently expired)

Additional Information

Skilled in conducting physical assessments, Medication administration, ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care), culturally sensitive, strong medical ethics, enthusiastic caregiver, familiarity with disease management programs, acute and rehabilitative care, broad medical terminology knowledge, diabetes, Hospice and stroke patient care, wound cleaning/care expertise

Timeline

RNCM

Heartland Hospice
01.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

MS Hershey Medical Center
10.2018 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse

LifeCare Hospital Of Chester County/Mechanicsburg
05.2017 - 05.2019

Registered Nurse

ProHealth Staffing
02.2017 - 05.2017

RNCM

Amedisys Home Health
02.2016 - 02.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

The Pennsylvania State University

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