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Stephanie Buckley

West Palm Beach,FL

Summary

A dedicated Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with a strong passion for providing exceptional patient care across all age groups, from newborns to the elderly. Proficient in optimizing health outcomes through comprehensive clinical assessments, personalized treatment planning, and patient-centered education. Thrives in fast-paced healthcare environments as a skilled communicator and effective collaborator. Committed to continuously evolving and advancing the quality of healthcare delivery.

Hospice care professional with a proven track record of delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in pain management, symptom control, and providing emotional support to patients and families. Strong focus on interdisciplinary team collaboration and achieving measurable results, seamlessly adapting to dynamic and high-stress environments. Renowned for excellent communication, empathy, and reliability while addressing the complex needs of diverse patient populations.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospice Nurse (RN)

Trustbridge
12.2008 - Current
  • Symptom Management: Utilized massage therapy, music therapy, and aromatherapy to reduce pain by 60% and enhance patients' quality of life by 35% in palliative care settings.
    End-of-Life Care: Delivered compassionate, patient-centered care, increasing family satisfaction by 60% through effective communication and advocacy.
    Patient and Family Education: Developed educational materials on disease progression and end-of-life expectations, improving patient satisfaction by 25%.
    Holistic Care Strategies: Executed patient-centered care plans addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial needs, supported by palliative care training and grief counseling expertise.
    Care Coordination: Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement quality-of-life assessments and data-driven interventions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
    Medication and Wound Care Management: Administered complex pain regimens and performed advanced wound care, enhancing patient comfort while maintaining regulatory compliance.
    EMR Proficiency: Led staff training on EMR systems, streamlined workflows, and improved care planning, communication, and documentation accuracy.
    Quality Improvement: Boosted patient recovery and satisfaction rates through data analysis and clinical expertise to implement targeted interventions.
  • Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
  • Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Bethesda Hospital Rehabilitation Department
05.2006 - 06.2008
  • Delivered high-quality care to patients in a rehabilitation setting
  • Comprehensive patient assessments for individualized rehabilitation care plans
  • Expertise in providing care for patients recovering from strokes, spinal cord injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and traumatic brain injuries
  • Experienced in mobility and functional training for patients
  • Proficient in advanced wound care, pressure injury prevention, and ostomy management
  • Skilled in administering medications and managing complex regimens
  • Expert in patient and family education about rehabilitation goals, therapies, and discharge planning
  • Experienced in interdisciplinary collaboration with physical, occupational, and speech therapists
  • Knowledgeable in infection control practices and preventive measures
  • Proficient in maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory standards
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Lakeside Health Center
01.1999 - 05.2006
  • Mastered clinical and management responsibilities
  • Overseeing Infection Prevention and Control Programs
  • Ensured compliance with regulations and patient safety
  • Implemented staff training on infection control protocols
  • Provided leadership as ADON, managing nursing staff and patient care
  • Coordinated weekend operations as Weekend Supervisor
  • Delivered advanced nursing care, including medication administration, wound care, and emergency interventions
  • Educated patients and families on care plans, disease progression, and discharge processes
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
  • Operated infusion pumps to deliver intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Education

FNP Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
03-2025

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Western Governors University
Indiana
02.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Keiser University
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2011

Associates in Science - Nursing

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth
03.2004

Skills

  • Acute Patient Care
  • Specialized Treatment Plans
  • Patient Education
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Cultural competence
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Telehealth proficiency
  • Continuous education and training
  • HIPAA compliant
  • EMR system

Professionaldevelopmentaffiliations

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Member
  • Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA), Member
  • Advanced Wound Care Training, 2021
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Participated in ongoing Continuing Education (CE) courses to stay current with the latest healthcare practices and standards
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 2010-2015, Past
  • Legal Nurse Consultant, Inactive
  • Certified Director of Nurse Administrator, Inactive

Timeline

Hospice Nurse (RN)

Trustbridge
12.2008 - Current

Registered Nurse (RN)

Bethesda Hospital Rehabilitation Department
05.2006 - 06.2008

Registered Nurse (RN)

Lakeside Health Center
01.1999 - 05.2006

FNP Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Keiser University

Associates in Science - Nursing

Palm Beach State College

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