Stacie Westmoreland
Bethel Springs,TN
Summary
Newly Graduated Nurse Practitioner Student with 720 hours of clinical experience in Family Care, Pediatrics, and Women's Health. Possesses excellent verbal communication skills and committed to providing the highest quality of healthcare service through compassionate and friendly attitude.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner Student
Arkansas State University
2022.06 - Current
- Facilitated the coordination of specialty referrals when necessary for further evaluation or treatment options.
- .Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering collaboration among colleagues while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
- Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
- Referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated patient care with social workers, case managers and mental health professionals.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough assessments and implementing appropriate care plans.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing workload demands and prioritizing tasks to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
- Conducted quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinic operations and ensure a high standard of care delivery.
- Increased adherence to recommended screenings by educating patients on the importance of preventive health services such as mammograms, colonoscopies, and vaccinations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust to facilitate open communication about concerns or symptoms.
- .Supported patients in navigating the healthcare system by providing guidance on insurance issues, appointment scheduling, and medication management.
Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Jackson State Community College
2023.01 - 2024.05
- Provided hands-on clinical instruction to nursing students
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement clinical learning
- Overseeing students completion of clinical rotations
- Assessing student clinical work and progression
- Answering student questions to facilitate learning
- Integrated real-world case studies into lessons, resulting in improved critical thinking skills among students.
- Provided customized feedback and guidance to nursing students, leading to significant improvements in their practical skills and knowledge retention.
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Physician Surgery Center
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Assessing, planning, and delivering safe patient care
- Assisting anesthesiologist
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Jane Phillips Medical Center
2018.10 - 2020.12
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Performing EKG, starting IVs, blood draws
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Jane Phillips Medical Center
2017.08 - 2018.10
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Jane Phillips Medical Center
2016.06 - 2017.08
- Performing patient assessments and planning care
- Delegating tasks to team members
- Addressing patient and family needs
- Monitoring patient status and administering medications
- Providing basic patient care and treatments
- Documenting patient's plan of care
Patient Care Tech
Jackson-Madison County General Hospital
2016.01 - 2016.06
- Assisting patients with personal care
- Using electronic charting
- Communicating with nurses and patients
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR07.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN05.2016
Pre-requisites
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS12.2013
Pre-requisites
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MS07.2010
Skills
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Advanced physical examination
- Clinical assessment
- Acute care management
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Disease Prevention
- Chronic Disease Management
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Safety
- Decision-Making
- Patient Education
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Tennessee, 08/2021 to Present.
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 06/2014 to Present
References
- Caitlin Wamble, Family Nurse Practitioner- preceptor, Christian Family Medicine, 656 Kimberly Dr, Henderson, TN, 38340, (731) 879-0988, Cailtin.wamble@fastpacehealth.com
- Tyler Stanfield, Physician Assistant, Lifespan Health, 181 South Y Square, Selmer, TN, 38375, (731) 610-8269, Tyler.stanfield@lifespanhealth.com
- Krystyna Varnado, Vice President of Human Resources, The University of Southern Mississippi, 45 J Walker Road, Lumberton, MS, 39455, (601) 266-4053, Kvarnado@hotmail.com
Timeline
Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Jackson State Community College
2023.01 - 2024.05
Nurse Practitioner Student
Arkansas State University
2022.06 - Current
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Physician Surgery Center
2022.01 - 2023.01
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Jane Phillips Medical Center
2018.10 - 2020.12
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Jane Phillips Medical Center
2017.08 - 2018.10
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Jane Phillips Medical Center
2016.06 - 2017.08
Patient Care Tech
Jackson-Madison County General Hospital
2016.01 - 2016.06
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jackson State Community College
Pre-requisites
Mississippi State University
Pre-requisites
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
- Registered Nurse, Tennessee, 08/2021 to Present.
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 06/2014 to Present
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