STEPHANIE BLANCHARD
Coloma
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Medilodge of Portage
Portage, MI
04.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and adjust care accordingly.
- Managed complex case loads while maintaining high standards of patient-centered care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Clinical Infection Preventionist
Pine Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation
Stevensville, MI
09.2024 - 04.2026
- Conducted infection surveillance to identify trends and implement control measures.
- Developed and delivered training programs on infection prevention protocols for staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient safety and care quality.
- Analyzed infection data to inform policy changes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Led initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in infection control.
- Mentored junior staff in effective infection prevention techniques and guidelines adherence.
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
Wound Care Manager RN
Cass County Medical Care
Cassopolis, MI
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids to patients as ordered by physician
- Follow established nursing guidelines and regulations in patient care delivery issues
- Transcribe doctor’s orders, review charts, Monitor patient progress and document
- Coordinated care plans for diverse patient populations, ensuring comprehensive and personalized support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and optimize care delivery processes.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on evolving needs and feedback from healthcare providers.
- Advocated for resources and services essential for addressing barriers to optimal patient care experiences.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques.
Registered Nurse
Royal Oak
Titusville, FL
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids to patients as ordered by physician
- Follow established nursing guidelines and regulations in patient care delivery issues
- Transcribe doctor’s orders, review charts, Monitor patient progress and document
Psychiatric RN
Palm Point Behavioral Health
Titusville, FL
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients.
- Administer and note reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications
- Transcribe doctor’s orders, review charts
- Monitor patient progress and document changes to behavior or health
OR, Pre-Op RN
Parrish Medical Center
Titusville, FL
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Prepare surgical suite according to surgery and surgeon preference
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure the highest safety and surgical standards for the patient
- Initiated corrective actions upon adverse information from monitoring equipment
- Adhered to AORN standards of perioperative practice
- Stocked supplies, prepared operating rooms, and managed post-operative patient care
- Maintained a safe surgical environment
RN
Timbers of Cass County
Dowagiac, MI
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Obtain and prepare patient health record for doctors to evaluate
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids to patients as ordered by physician
- Monitor blood pressures, temperatures and vital signs at regular intervals
- Operate oxygen apparatus and other diagnostic equipment
- Observe and report all symptoms and reactions of patients to treatment interventions
- Assist and support physician and nurse practitioners in patient care deliveries
- Follow established nursing guidelines and regulations in patient care delivery issues
Wound Care RN
Royalton Manor
St Joseph, MI
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Examine resident and discriminate between normal and abnormal findings, in order to recognize when to refer the resident to a physician for additional evaluation
- Implement and maintain established policies and procedures relative to skin care treatments and interpret these as required, to physician and responsible party
- Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician and DON on the status and care of the resident
- Serve on the interdisciplinary team and work with the IDT to develop comprehensive assessments and care plans for assigned residents
- Maintain effective, professional and friendly working relationships with peers, physicians, consultants and family members involved
- Identify, manage and treat specific skin disorders, pressure ulcers, primary and secondary lesions, and any skin issues directed to by the DON
- Assist in monitoring inventory of medical supplies and equipment to ensure adequate supply to meet the needs of residents
RN
Royalton Manor
St Joseph, MI
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Obtain and prepare patient health record for doctors to evaluate
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids to patients as ordered by physician
- Monitor blood pressures, temperatures and vital signs at regular intervals
- Operate oxygen apparatus and other diagnostic equipment
- Observe and report all symptoms and reactions of patients to treatment interventions
- Assist and support physician and nurse practitioners in patient care deliveries
MDS/Care Management RN
Royalton Manor
St Joseph, MI
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Coordinate scheduling the RAI process with interdisciplinary team
- Complete the MDS, CAA’s and care plans within the regulated time frames
- Monitors interdisciplinary team to assure timely completion of the MDS that they are responsible for
- Communicate with the interdisciplinary team, new resident care needs
- Conduct a thorough resident assessment during quarterly reviews by interviewing the resident, staff and family
- In conjunction with the social worker, coordinates resident care conferences to assure resident and/or responsible parties participate in resident care planning for the assigned resident
- Attend and participate in departmental/facility meetings as required
- Takes call as assigned
RN
Royalton Manor
St Joseph, MI
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Obtain and prepare patient health record for doctors to evaluate
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids to patients as ordered by physician
- Monitor blood pressures, temperatures and vital signs at regular intervals
- Operate oxygen apparatus and other diagnostic equipment
- Observe and report all symptoms and reactions of patients to treatment interventions
- Assist and support physician and nurse practitioners in patient care deliveries
LPN
Royalton Manor
St Joseph
06.2013 - 07.2017
- Medication administration
- Head to toe assessments
- Medicare charting
- Floor supervisor to nursing support staff
- Monitor vitals at regular intervals
LPN
Dr Mesiona-Brucal
Watervliet, MI
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Assist physician with patient office visits, including putting patients in rooms, interviewing patients, recording vital signs, and entering information into electronic medical record
- Perform select clinical tests including, but not limited to; urinalysis, pregnancy tests, nasal swabs and blood draws. Manage and operate safely and correctly
- Carries out medical and surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures
- Setting up proper equipment for specific office based procedures
- Labeling and processing patient specimens as needed, including tracking specimens in appropriate logs
- Organize exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep and restocking of supplies
- Field patient telephone calls and respond accordingly
- Demonstrate appropriate hand washing technique to insure proper infection control and follow universal precautions
Education
Associate in Ministry -
International School of Ministry
10-2019
Registered Nurse - undefined
Lake Michigan College
07-2017
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Lake Michigan College
08-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Respectful
- Honest
- Dependable
- Timely
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Medilodge of Portage
04.2026 - Current
Clinical Infection Preventionist
Pine Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation
09.2024 - 04.2026
Wound Care Manager RN
Cass County Medical Care
02.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Royal Oak
05.2023 - 02.2024
Psychiatric RN
Palm Point Behavioral Health
10.2022 - 05.2023
OR, Pre-Op RN
Parrish Medical Center
03.2022 - 09.2022
RN
Timbers of Cass County
07.2021 - 02.2022
Wound Care RN
Royalton Manor
03.2021 - 12.2021
RN
Royalton Manor
07.2020 - 03.2021
MDS/Care Management RN
Royalton Manor
08.2018 - 07.2020
RN
Royalton Manor
07.2017 - 08.2018
LPN
Royalton Manor
06.2013 - 07.2017
LPN
Dr Mesiona-Brucal
08.2012 - 06.2013
Registered Nurse - undefined
Lake Michigan College
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Lake Michigan College
Associate in Ministry -
International School of Ministry