Stephanie Carpenter
Calera,AL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in oasis documentation, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Baylor
Aveanna home health
Hoover, Alabama
06.2019 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assess, plan implement and evaluate nursing care for homebound patients.
- Perform physical assessment and environmental assessment
- Obtain patients history, assess medications and perform any needed hands on care
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
- Created detailed documentation of patient health history including allergies, prior surgeries, current health conditions and medications
- Facilitated referrals for specialized services such as physical therapy or occupational therapy
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Identified potential risks related to medication use or inadequate follow up care after discharge from the hospital.
- Determine and coordinate appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
Registered Nurse, Casemanager
Kindred At Home Home Health
Clanton, Alabama
05.2009 - 06.2019
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
Registered Nurse, Travel Nurse Orthopedic Unit
Health care solutions- contract at st vincents
Birmingham , AL
01.2006 - 05.2009
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided post op care
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Baptist Medical Center south
Montgomery , AL
08.1998 - 01.2006
- Assessed orthopedic patients for pain levels, mobility needs and other related issues.
- Developed individualized care plans for orthopedic patients in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Educated patients on post-operative instructions, wound care, nutrition and exercise regimens.
- Performed physical assessments to evaluate musculoskeletal system and identify potential abnormalities or changes in condition.
- Monitored post-surgical wounds for infection or complications; documented findings accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy State University
Troy, AL08-1998
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medical Recordkeeping
- ADL Assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mobility Assistance
- Wound Care and education
- Picc care and education
- Pleurx care and education
- Trach care and education
- Gtube/jtube care and education
- Medical assessment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Home visits
- Family and patient support
- Patient and environment Assessment
- Proficient in Oasis data collection
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Baylor
Aveanna home health
06.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Casemanager
Kindred At Home Home Health
05.2009 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Travel Nurse Orthopedic Unit
Health care solutions- contract at st vincents
01.2006 - 05.2009
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Baptist Medical Center south
08.1998 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy State University