Stacy Gailey
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-Neurosurgery Clinic
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated Neurosurgery patients on pre and post op care instructions and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Texas Oncology
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Streamlined patient navigation through complex healthcare systems by coordinating appointments, tests, and treatments for optimal efficiency.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing emotional support, education, and resources throughout the cancer treatment process.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning and follow-up care for oncology patients.
- Educated patients on side effect management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health during treatment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of illnesses.
RN-Endocrinology
Austin Diagnostic Clinic
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Educated patients on diabetes management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Clinical Nurse Specialist-Neurosurgery
University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed patient caseloads, ensuring each individual received personalized and comprehensive care tailored to their specific needs.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
RN-Multi-specialty and Neurosurgery
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
10.2010 - 03.2019
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms, acted as triage and charge nurse for department.
- Managed patients recovering from surgical procedures.
- To assist Spouse establish his Medical Practice took time off between 2015-2016.
RN-Surgical Floor
Corona Regional Hospital
10.2009 - 10.2010
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount San Antonio College
Walnut, CA05.2001
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Electronic Health Records
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Education
- Clinical Judgment
- Patient Assessment
Timeline
RN-Neurosurgery Clinic
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
08.2023 - Current
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Texas Oncology
02.2023 - 08.2023
RN-Endocrinology
Austin Diagnostic Clinic
05.2022 - 02.2023
Clinical Nurse Specialist-Neurosurgery
University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
10.2019 - 05.2022
RN-Multi-specialty and Neurosurgery
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
10.2010 - 03.2019
RN-Surgical Floor
Corona Regional Hospital
10.2009 - 10.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount San Antonio College
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