Stefanie Anderson
Dallas
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care with strong clinical skills in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities. Known for strong collaboration with medical teams, adapting to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, compassionate, and skilled in patient communication and support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Northwest Human Services, West Salem Clinic
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
- Administered vaccinations and injections to patients.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
LPN
Bridgeway Recovery Services
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and temperature.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Administered controlled narcotics.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN Charge Nurse
Avamere Rehabilitation
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters or oxygen supplys to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
CNA
Rocky Mountain Care Center
05.2009 - 02.2012
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing, LPN
The University of Montana
Helena12-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Catheter care
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Behavioral health
- IV therapy
- Clinical decision making
- Patient documentation
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Wound care
- Medication dispensing
- Immunization administration
- Emergency response
- ADL assistance
- Patient mobility assistance
- Lab specimen collection
Timeline
LPN
Northwest Human Services, West Salem Clinic
07.2015 - 08.2017
LPN
Bridgeway Recovery Services
09.2013 - 06.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Avamere Rehabilitation
04.2012 - 09.2013
CNA
Rocky Mountain Care Center
05.2009 - 02.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing, LPN
The University of Montana
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