Stacie McFarlen
Banner Health-Mesa
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse with four years of acute care experience and one year in hospice, providing high-quality, patient-centered care in complex clinical settings. Skilled in care planning, patient education, multidisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice. Experienced in precepting nursing students and new graduate nurses while promoting clinical excellence and professional growth. Recognized with three DAISY Award nominations for compassionate patient care and committed to improving patient outcomes through effective communication and quality care.
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
4 Years 5 Months- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced acute care setting, ensuring the delivery of high-quality and compassionate nursing services.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and performed assessments to ensure optimal patient health and well-being while maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses to treatments, medication administration records (MAR), progress notes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medications, and post-discharge care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients based on patients' individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians in the development of comprehensive discharge plans that addressed ongoing healthcare needs post-hospitalization.
- Collaborated with case managers and social workers to facilitate safe patient discharges by arranging necessary home care services or referrals to appropriate healthcare facilities.
- Managed multiple complex cases simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely and effective patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions and promptly initiated appropriate interventions to stabilize critical situations.
- Educated patients on their conditions, treatments, medications, self-care techniques, and preventive measures for improved outcomes.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety standards within the unit.
- Assisted in the orientation and training of new nursing staff, providing guidance and support to ensure smooth integration into the unit.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring their voices were heard and respected throughout their healthcare journey.
RN Case Manager Hospice
1 Year- Provided compassionate and specialized nursing care to hospice patients, focusing on pain management, symptom control, and emotional support
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, and spiritual care providers, to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for hospice patients
- Administered medications per physicians' orders, ensuring optimal symptom relief and patient comfort
- Assessed patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, developing individualized care plans and adjusting interventions.
- Supported patients and their families in making informed decisions about end-of-life care, facilitating open communication and addressing concerns
- Monitored and documented patients' vital signs, changes in condition, and responses to interventions, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records
- Educated and supported patients and families, fostering active participation in care decisions and enhancing overall care experience
- Conducted home visits to assess patients in their familiar environment, addressing any challenges or concerns that may impact their care
Nurse Preceptor
1 Year 10 Months- Providing hands-on clinical instruction with medication administration and clinical skills for Nursing students and New Graduate Nurses
- Guided adherence to policies and procedures to ensure compliance and patient care quality.
- Monitored patient environments to prevent accidents and incidents.
- Facilitated professional development and provided constructive feedback to enhance clinical skills, critical thinking, and confidence.
Education
Associate's degree - Pre-Health Careers
Associate's degree - Nursing
Skills
Clinical nursing experience
Hospice care (1 year)
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Care coordination
Cerner (9 years)
Cerner EHR
Certification
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) September 2025 to September 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Adult/Infant August 2024 to August 2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) August 2023 to August 2025
- RN Expires: April 2030
Awards
Daisy Award Nominee in 2024, 2026
Timeline
RN Case Manager Hospice
Stillwater Hospice-Phoenix
03.2025 - 03.2026Read More
Nurse Preceptor
Banner Health-Mesa
04.2023 - 02.2025Read More
Registered Nurse (RN)
Banner Health-Mesa
02.2022 - CurrentRead More
Mohave Community College
Associate's degree from Nursing
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Coconino Community College
Associate's degree from Pre-Health Careers
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