Stacy Mcdonald
Vineland
Summary
Hardworking and passionate nurse with strong organizational skills, excellent communication and multitasking abilities with sound judgement and compassionate nature. Dependable candidate with a positive attitude, and is always willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Inspira Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse
NJ Veterans Memorial Home
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
NJ Veterans Memorial Home
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored 30 patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed 30 patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
Certified Nursing Assistant
NJ Veterans Memorial Home
10.2007 - 08.2021
- Completed activities of daily living for over 12 patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Salem Community College
Penns Grove, NJ05.2023
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Salem Community College
Penns Grove, NJ05.2021
High School Diploma -
Vineland Senior High School
Vineland, NJ06.2007
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cumberland Vocational Technical School
Bridgeton, NJ05.2007
Skills
- ADLs Assistance
- Shared Governance
- Assisting Physicians
- Transcribing Orders
- Patient Management
- Documenting intake
- Caregiving skills
- Breathing treatments
- Direct Patient Care
- Postpartum Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Inspira Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
NJ Veterans Memorial Home
07.2023 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
NJ Veterans Memorial Home
08.2021 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
NJ Veterans Memorial Home
10.2007 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Salem Community College
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Salem Community College
High School Diploma -
Vineland Senior High School
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cumberland Vocational Technical School
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