Stephanie Adams
Harrison,MI
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at My MidMichigan Health, excelling in patient education and critical care. Proven ability to lead nursing staff and manage complex medical assessments. Skilled in electronic health records management and fostering multidisciplinary communication, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Committed to advancing health outcomes through compassionate care.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Michigan Department of Corrections
01.2013 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
LPN, Private Duty
Jason
03.2009 - 11.2013
- Participated in service education programs, patient care conferences and staff meetings to advance knowledge and foster multidisciplinary communication.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Reported general, physical, and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
My MidMichigan Health
03.2013 - 09.2013
- Administered nursing care to patients with musculoskeletal disorders and degenerative conditions.
- Supported pain management through administration of therapeutic massage and prescribed medications.
- Assisted patients in execution of physical therapy exercises and interventions, providing both physical and motivational support.
- Educated patients and caregivers on nature of diagnosis and specifics of treatment plans.
LPN Team Lead
State of Michigan Mt. Pleasant Regional Center
09.1997 - 03.2009
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Mid Michigan College
12-1995
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Health screening
- Medical assessment
- Lab result interpretation
- Infectious disease control
- Patient education and counseling
- Documenting vitals
- Insulin medication assistance
- Well visit procedures
- Managing deadlines
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Follow-up calls
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Electronic health records management
- Critical care
- Home visits
- Intravenous therapy
- HIPAA education
- Appointment scheduling
- Removing sutures
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Strong clinical judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
My MidMichigan Health
03.2013 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse
Michigan Department of Corrections
01.2013 - Current
LPN, Private Duty
Jason
03.2009 - 11.2013
LPN Team Lead
State of Michigan Mt. Pleasant Regional Center
09.1997 - 03.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Mid Michigan College
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