Stephani okutani
Bountiful,Ut
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in managing high caseloads of chronically and acutely ill patients while maintaining exceptional quality of care. Skilled at recommending and securing optimal resources for patient well-being in high-pressure environments. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to deliver compassionate care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered nurse
St. Mark’s Emergency Department
08.2021 - Current
- Provided high level patient care in a Level 2 trauma center/stroke center emergency room setting
- Delivered quality care as the primary trauma nurse for both level 1 and 2 traumas
- Demonstrated proactive approach by continuously monitoring patients' health and alerting physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Performed and assisted in a variety of medical procedures including conscious sedation, intubation, chest tubes, lumbar punctures, and central lines. Ensured patient safety at all times while accurately documenting procedure details in real time.
- Implemented nursing process for delegation, provision, and coordination of patient care as per the established plan of care.
- Evaluated patient response to interventions and revised plan of care when necessary
- Consistently advocated for patient needs and coordinated care with patient and inter/outer facilities while adhering to legal and ethical guidelines.
Complex Nurse Case Manager
Molina Healthcare
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Cultivated strong relationships to foster rapport
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments of patients to determine their overall health status
- Initiated and developed patient care plans, setting goals according to nursing diagnoses, and integrated therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing for optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented interventions to support patients in achieving their objectives and consistently evaluated progress towards those goals
- Provided support for medication management and education
- Delivered healthcare management and education on disease processes
- Facilitated effective communication between patients and physicians, ensuring comprehensive understanding of treatment plans, coordinating care, and advocating for patient needs.
- Conducted and led interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care.
Community Connector
Molina Healthcare
07.2013 - 02.2020
- Conducted Health Risk Assessments over the phone, at patients' homes, and through community outreach.
- Assisted individuals in finding and utilizing community resources, leading to a better overall quality of life
- Assisted with the coordination of care between nurse case managers and insurers, ensuring effective collaboration for patient outcomes.
- Located high utilizers at the emergency room to help care coordination establish with a primary care provider or specialist.
- Conducted assessments and provided referrals to appropriate resources for individuals in need of assistance.
- Maintained contact with clients to ensure they are receiving the necessary support services.
- Developed educational materials about health care options available in the area.
- Worked collaboratively with other service providers to coordinate services for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention when needed by connecting individuals with mental health professionals or emergency responders.
Education
BSN -
Dixie State University
AAS Nursing -
Ameritech
Skills
- Licensed Nursing Professional
- Holistic Patient Support
- Acute Care Expertise
- Trauma Center Experience
- Acute Stroke Management
- Clinical Procedure Execution
- Evidence-Based Nursing Process
- Patient advocacy
- Adherence to Legal Guidelines
- Integrated Care Management
- Comprehensive Health Assessments
- Individualized Care Plan Design
- Medical Services Management
- Patient Education on Disease Processes
- Community Resource Coordination
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR Certified)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- ESI Triage
- Adept at IV Insertion and Ultrasound Utilization
- Mental Health Advocacies/Facilitation
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- CPI Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Proficient Documentation (Stroke/Neuro Checks/Restraint/Assessment/Progress Evaluation etc)
- Culturally-sensitive care
Certificatesskills
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR Certified)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- ESI Triage
- Ultrasound IV placement
- Mental Health Advocacies/Facilitation
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- CPI Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Proficient Documentation (Stroke/Neuro Checks/Restraint/ Assessment/Progress Evaluation ect)
References
- Candace Gilson, Cgilson@jointcommission.org, 801-699-6481
- Morena Bekavac, Morenabekavac@gmail.com, 801-859-6442
- Jodi Olson, Jodi_m_olson@msn.com, 801-608-3995
Certification
· Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR Certified)
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
· Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
· Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
· Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Affiliations
- boating
- snowboarding
- reading
- canyoneering
- travel
- hiking
Accomplishments
Molina Founder's Circle Award
Timeline
Registered nurse
St. Mark’s Emergency Department
08.2021 - Current
Complex Nurse Case Manager
Molina Healthcare
02.2020 - 08.2021
Community Connector
Molina Healthcare
07.2013 - 02.2020
· Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR Certified)
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
· Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
· Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
· Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
BSN -
Dixie State University
AAS Nursing -
Ameritech
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