Stephanie Dickinson
El Dorado,AR
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and LTC environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Sama HealthCare
08.2017 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
LPN Charge Nurse
Courtyard Rehabilitation And Health Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Education
Certificate of General Studies -
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR08.2023
Associates of General Studies -
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado AR 05.2022
Technical Certificate of Pre-Health Science -
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR05.2022
Technical Certificate of Practical Nursing -
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado AR 05.2017
High School Diploma -
El Dorado High School
El Dorado, AR05.2013
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Immunization Administration
- Patient triaging
- HIPAA protocols
- Medication and IV administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
- Patient Management
- Clinical judgment
- Student training
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Care Plan Development
- Multitasking Abilities
- Microsoft Office and Outlook proficiency
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified IV Therapist (CIT) - Infusion Nurses Society.
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Courtyard Rehabilitation And Health Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
LPN
Sama HealthCare
08.2017 - Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified IV Therapist (CIT) - Infusion Nurses Society.
Certificate of General Studies -
South Arkansas Community College
Associates of General Studies -
South Arkansas Community College
Technical Certificate of Pre-Health Science -
South Arkansas Community College
Technical Certificate of Practical Nursing -
South Arkansas Community College
High School Diploma -
El Dorado High School
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