Stephanie Durnin
Sumterville,FL
Summary
Results-driven healthcare professional with extensive experience in wound care and patient safety. Known for exceptional clinical judgment and ability to mentor onboarding nursing staff. Committed to implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient care and safety. "Think Big" mindset.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Healogics
Leesburg, FL
06.2024 - Current
- Assessed and documented patient wounds using advanced imaging technology.
- Developed individualized wound care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on proper wound management techniques and prevention strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment protocols as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Trained new nursing staff on wound assessment protocols and best practices for care delivery.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to implement evidence-based practices in wound care.
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Diversicare Rehabilitation
Ripley, MS
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilized electronic health records to maintain accurate patient documentation and track treatment efficacy.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in the field of wound care nursing through regular continuing education opportunities.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses, sharing expertise in wound care best practices and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Managed inventory and ordering of wound care supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for timely patient treatment and cost savings for the facility.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients with various types of wounds, determining appropriate interventions and treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols for preventing pressure ulcers in high-risk patients, resulting in a significant decrease in incidence rates.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Lakeview Terrace - A CCRC Retirement Community
Altoona, FL
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated patient care schedules, optimizing resource allocation for improved efficiency.
- Conducted training sessions for new hires on best practices and community policies.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing safety across the facility.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles.
Charge Registered Nurse
Wellpath
Tavares, FL
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in correctional facility setting.
- Conducted thorough health assessments and triaged medical emergencies effectively.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing overall facility health standards during the covid-19 pandemic.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, performing life-saving interventions as necessary.
- Upheld ethical nursing standards in all interactions with patients, colleagues, corrections officers, and other stakeholders within the correctional setting.
- Developed professional relationships with fellow nurses, physicians, and corrections officers to foster teamwork in delivering quality patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - ASN
Crowder College
Neosho, MO05-2014
Skills
- Patient safety
- Clinical judgment
- Patient confidentiality
- Advanced wound care
- Risk identification
- Healthcare management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strong clinical judgment
- Continuing education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Accomplishments
- Earned "most outstanding nursing student award" for tutoring fellow student nurses.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
Timeline
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Healogics
06.2024 - Current
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Diversicare Rehabilitation
10.2023 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Lakeview Terrace - A CCRC Retirement Community
10.2021 - 10.2023
Charge Registered Nurse
Wellpath
08.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - ASN
Crowder College