Stephanie Coon

Work History

Healing Partners

08.2025 - Current

Educate patients and their families on proper wound care techniques, including dressing changes, hygiene practices, and signs of infection.
Provide counseling and support to patients regarding wound management, lifestyle modifications, and pain management.
Teach preventative strategies for skin breakdown and wound formation.
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including taking health histories, performing physical examinations, and evaluating the type, size, depth, and severity of wounds.
Diagnose and manage various wound types, such as pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, venous ulcers, surgical wounds, burns, and traumatic injuries.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to promote wound healing and prevent complications.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., blood work, imaging) to inform the care plan.
Prescribe medications, including antibiotics, pain management, and other treatments as appropriate.
Perform advanced wound care procedures, such as debridement (removal of dead tissue), sharp debridement, and the application of specialized dressings, skin substitutes, or topical treatments.
Manage and adjust wound vacuums (negative pressure wound therapy) and other advanced wound healing technologies.
Monitor and document the progress of wound healing, adjusting the care plan as needed.
Utilize evidence-based protocols and guidelines for wound management to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Internal Medicine Associates of Auburn

05.2024 - 08.2025

Provide comprehensive primary care to patients in adults.
Perform general physical and mental assessments.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses, including but not limited to infections, injuries, wounds, diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory conditions.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Perform minor procedures such as wound care, immunizations, and injections.
Orders, interprets and educates patients regarding results of EKGs, blood work, X-rays and other diagnostic tests.
Prescribes medication and other treatments including referrals to specialists.
Provide preventative care, including routine check-ups, screenings, and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
Collaborate with specialists and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in electronic health records (EHR) in a timely manner.
Provide culturally competent care. Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs and preferences are respected.

Upstate Medical University Hospital

06.2017 - 05.2024

Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses and nursing students, guiding them through clinical procedures and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Demonstrated extensive knowledge of multiple disease states and the various medications and products used to treat them.
Performed full assessments and provided total patient care for 2-3 patients in the Intensive Care Unit.
Collaborated with physicians and other medical staff to develop an integrated and holistic patient plan of care in alignment with patient and family needs.
Administered medications via various routes and monitored patients for adverse effects.
Worked as a SWAT RN, acting as a first responder to Code Blues and Rapid Responses throughout the hospital.
Educated patients and families in areas of medication, safety, prevention, and symptom management.

Cortland Memorial Hospital

01.2016 - 05.2017

Collect blood specimens from patients using venipuncture, capillary puncture, and other established procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work area. Adhere to all safety and infection control policies and procedures.
Explain the blood drawing procedure to patients and address any concerns. Provide compassionate and professional patient care. Monitor patients for adverse reactions during or after blood draws.
Transport or ensure the timely delivery of specimens to the laboratory. Maintain inventory of phlebotomy supplies and equipment. Troubleshoot issues with specimen collection. Process and handle various types of laboratory samples (e.g., urine, swabs) as needed.
Assist with patient registration or other administrative tasks as required. Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities.
Train new phlebotomy staff.

New York Spine and Wellness

07.2014 - 01.2016

Obtained and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, height, and weight. Managed patient appointments, scheduling new appointments and follow-up visits efficiently.
Assisted physicians and other healthcare providers during examinations, treatments, and minor surgical procedures. Administered medications and injections as directed by a physician or licensed provider, adhering to safety protocols. Applied bandages, dressings, and splints as instructed.
Sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment, ensuring a clean and safe environment. Prepared examination rooms, ensuring they were clean, well-stocked, and ready for patient visits.
Documented all procedures and interventions accurately and in a timely manner in the EHR.