STACY ABERNATHY
Manchester
Summary
- Compassionate and experienced Licensed Practical Nurse seeking a teaching or training role where I can utilize my clinical knowledge, leadership experience, and passion for mentoring to educate students, new healthcare staff, and patients while promoting excellence in healthcare practice.
- Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in patient care, staff training, and healthcare education
- Skilled in mentoring new staff, assisting with training, and supporting medical students in clinical environments
- Strong communicator with the ability to explain medical information clearly to patients, families, and learners
- Proven leadership experience supervising staff and coordinating team responsibilities
- Highly organized professional with a strong reputation for reliability, professionalism, and teamwork
- Dedicated to fostering supportive learning environments and encouraging professional development
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4017
4017
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nephrology Associates
05.2025 - Current
- Provide clinical nursing care for patients with kidney disease and chronic health conditions
- Triage patients and obtain vital signs while assessing patient health concerns and history
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, dialysis preparation, and lifestyle modifications
- Assist physicians and nurse practitioners during examinations and procedures
- Support training and orientation of new staff members and assist with clinical workflow guidance
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in the electronic health record system
- Coordinate communication between patients, providers, and specialty services
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lee OB/GYN
Auburn
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Assisted physicians, residents, and medical students during exams and procedures
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, ensuring proper procedures and documentation standards
- Triaged patients by obtaining vital signs and medical histories using the Epic electronic health record system
- Educated patients regarding medications, procedures, and follow-up care
- Administered immunizations and medications via oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous routes
- Coordinated daily staffing assignments and assisted with clinic workflow management
- Communicated with physicians and patients through nurse line triage and documentation
- Reported appropriate health information to the Health Department and completed Worker’s Compensation documentation
- Auburn, Alabama
Licensed Practical Nurse
UT Erlanger Primary Care
South Pittsburg
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Provided patient triage and clinical support in a fast-paced primary care environment
- Assisted physicians, residents, and medical students during examinations and procedures
- Oriented and trained new staff members on clinic procedures and electronic medical records
- Educated patients on medications, treatments, and preventative care practices
- Administered immunizations and medications as prescribed
- Coordinated patient scheduling and documentation through the Epic system
- South Pittsburg, Tennessee
Licensed Practical Nurse
UT Erlanger Women’s Health
Chattanooga
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Assisted healthcare providers during exams and procedures in a women’s health setting
- Provided patient education regarding medications, procedures, and preventative care
- Supported training and orientation of new clinical staff
- Maintained accurate patient records using the Epic electronic health record system
- Performed wound care, immunizations, and medication administration
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
Quality of Life Director
Cumberland Health and Rehab
Bridgeport
12.2010 - 05.2015
- Developed and led educational and therapeutic activities for residents with varying cognitive levels
- Supervised three direct staff members and coordinated daily responsibilities
- Developed individualized care and activity plans to support residents’ cognitive and emotional well-being
- Completed required MDS documentation for the State of Alabama
- Coordinated community health initiatives including blood drives and mammogram services
- Bridgeport, Alabama
Quality of Life Director
The Bridge at South Pittsburg
South Pittsburg
09.2007 - 12.2010
- Planned and facilitated activities for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive impairments
- Assisted in writing an activities guide for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
- Supervised three staff members and coordinated daily programming
- Completed state-required MDS documentation and resident care plans
- Initiated the facility’s first blood drive and mammogram services for residents
- South Pittsburg, Tennessee
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Program -
Chattanooga State Technical Community College
Chattanooga, TennesseeHigh School Diploma -
North Jackson High School
Stevenson, AlabamaCertification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
References
- Tracy Whited, CMA, Co-Worker, 423-298-7113
- Dr. Alexus Young, Supervising Physician, Lee OB/Gyn, 334-863-0655
- Dr. Cari Page, Supervising Physician, Erlanger, 423-605-0920
- Brynna Hamilton, Supervising CRNP, Erlanger, 423-718-9784
- Stephanie Hill, BS Cardiac Rehab, Professor, Northeast Alabama Community College, 256-608-8169
License
Licensed Practical Nurse, 0000087707
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nephrology Associates
05.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lee OB/GYN
09.2022 - 05.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
UT Erlanger Primary Care
02.2018 - 03.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
UT Erlanger Women’s Health
01.2016 - 02.2018
Quality of Life Director
Cumberland Health and Rehab
12.2010 - 05.2015
Quality of Life Director
The Bridge at South Pittsburg
09.2007 - 12.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse Program -
Chattanooga State Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
North Jackson High School