Stacy Smith
Auburn,IN
Summary
Experienced nursing professional skilled in patient advocacy, care management, and effective communication. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Parkview Dekalb Health
Auburn, IN
04.2015 - Current
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to medical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medications, and discharge instructions for improved outcomes.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare settings, fostering a supportive environment for holistic care.
Case Manager
Parkview Dekalb Health
Auburn, IN
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families to enhance care continuity.
- Facilitate safe transition and discharge plans for individuals.
- Educated clients on available community resources, promoting self-sufficiency and empowerment.
- Assessed patient requirements at admission to coordinate necessary medical equipment and nursing services, ensuring continuity of care.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to compile and present clinical information to health insurance providers, ensuring timely approval of necessary care services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2021
Associate of Science - Nursine
Medtech College
Ft. Wayne, IN10-2014
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education Social Sciences
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD05-1994
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient safety
- IV medication administration
- Wound care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Care planning
- Case management
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Palliative care
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- BLS Training - Current
- ACLS Training - Current
- Licensure - Current
Timeline
Case Manager
Parkview Dekalb Health
01.2021 - 12.2021
Staff Nurse
Parkview Dekalb Health
04.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursine
Medtech College
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education Social Sciences
Black Hills State University
Licensure
Registered Nurse since 2014