Stephanie Fitzgerald
Wilmington,MA
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate and hard working Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Healogics, LLC
Haverhill, MA
11.2022 - Current
- Responsible for assessing, planning and implementing care for patients with chronic and acute wounds, fully assessing patient's as a whole and identifying disease processes in collaboration with provider to develop a plan of care.
- Assists physician with minor surgical procedures, including wound biopsies, cultures, debridement of toenails, calluses, ulcers, draining blisters, injection of lidocaine, sutures and treating cuts, wounds and lacerations.
- Identifies patient for appropriate advanced therapies, including advanced wound care to support wound healing and aid in granulation tissue such as Grafix, Puraply, Affinity and Apilgraft. collaborating with physician to expedite these treatments and applications.
- Coordinates and prepares disability/FMLA paperwork, writing work/school letters and scheduling patient for revisits when needed.
- Coordinated referrals for Vascular Consults, home care supplies, VNA orders and Medication prescriptions.
- Prepared and applied applications of two and four layer compression wraps, primary and secondary dressings, wound vacs, ABI's and total contact casts.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education and follow up care coordination.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Day Hab/Residential Registered Nurse
Nupath Inc.
Woburn, MA
01.2016 - 11.2021
- Provided direct care and habilitation programming to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Responsible for primary care, medication management and scheduled medications, completing all required medical documentation, including seizure protocols, medication and treatment changes.
- Provided healthcare education trainings to direct care staff in all relevant areas such as anaphylaxis and Epi-pen, Diastat, dysphagia precautions and use of thickening agents, seizures, and vagal nerve stimulator, as well as monitoring for signs and symptoms of illness.
- Assists in the completion of monthly nursing progress notes for each individual, obtaining Doctor's orders and approval of treatment plans.
- Conducts thorough residential audits of medical records and paperwork, reviewing physician's orders, labs, follow up appointments with VP healthcare personnel, program directors, house managers and physicians.
- Attends medical appointments with residential individuals when needed; coordinating care with clinical team and guardians of all needs, follow ups and concerns.
Psychiatric Visiting Nurse
Nizhoni Health Systems
Peabody, MA
05.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed strong relationships with patients by maintaining communication and trust offering emotional support when needed during difficult situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize treatment plans and ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Implemented patient-specific interventions such as self care, self sufficiency, teaching and education to decrease risk of disease and overall patient wellness by focusing on preventive care measures and providing safe environment.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to Doctor's orders.
- Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's status, condition and care given.
School Nurse
Merrimack Special Education Collaborative
Chelmsford, MA
10.2012 - 03.2014
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma and/or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with interdisciplinary teams.
- Managed immunization compliance within school population to prevent spread of communicable diseases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University
Salem, MA12.2000
Skills
- Case Management
- Teamwork
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Communication
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Healogics, LLC
11.2022 - Current
Day Hab/Residential Registered Nurse
Nupath Inc.
01.2016 - 11.2021
Psychiatric Visiting Nurse
Nizhoni Health Systems
05.2015 - 01.2018
School Nurse
Merrimack Special Education Collaborative
10.2012 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University