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Stephanie Garner

653 Berrywood Dr,TN

Summary

Dynamic Head Nurse with a proven track record at American House, excelling in patient care coordination and staff supervision. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and policy improvements. Skilled in medication administration and fostering professional growth among nursing teams, ensuring high-quality care and safety standards.

Work History

Head Nurse

American House
2023 - 2025


  • Established communication channels between nursing staff and families, fostering trust and transparency in patient care.
  • Analyzed patient feedback data to identify areas for improvement, implementing changes that enhanced overall satisfaction rates.
  • Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.

Head Nurse

Colonial Hills Nursing Home
2005 - 2017
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, optimizing treatment outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth among staff.
  • Responsible for distribution of medications to patients.

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Bristol Myers Squibb
2001 - 2005
  • Responsibilities consisted of obtaining orders, planning the daily work schedule to call on existing or potential clients/doctors.
  • Delivered impactful product presentations, enhancing understanding of clinical benefits and usage.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with healthcare providers and delivering informative product presentations.

Psychiatric Nurse

Holden Beach Medical Center
1998 - 2001
  • Administered psychiatric assessments to evaluate patient mental health status.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes and enhance patient safety.
  • Mentored junior nurses in best practices for crisis intervention and therapeutic communication techniques.
  • Led initiatives to improve patient engagement through innovative therapeutic activities and support programs.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and needs, fostering a supportive environment conducive to recovery.
  • Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
  • Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
  • Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
  • Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
  • Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions on various topics such as coping strategies, stress management, and medication adherence for improved patient understanding.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
  • Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
  • Evaluated the efficacy of implemented care plans through regular monitoring of patient progress toward established goals.

Head Nurse

Haslem Center
1986 - 1998
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth among staff.
  • Managed medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimizing errors.
  • Led initiatives to improve infection control measures, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections in the facility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Carson Newman
Morristown, TN
07.1996

Vocational Nursing Degree - Nursing

Blount Memorial Vocational
Maryville, TN
07.1986

Skills

  • Patient care coordination
  • Staff supervision
  • Performance evaluation
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical expertise
  • Nursing expertise
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Mental health support
  • Crisis intervention

Additional Information

References

Dr. Dean Kleto- Surgeon

865-691-8854

John Mills -Knox County Commissioner 865-933-9618

Julie Rochelle- Alcoa School Board/Teacher

865-977-4517

Jimbo Berrong- Sheriff

865-705-0300

Timeline

Head Nurse

American House
2023 - 2025

Head Nurse

Colonial Hills Nursing Home
2005 - 2017

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Bristol Myers Squibb
2001 - 2005

Psychiatric Nurse

Holden Beach Medical Center
1998 - 2001

Head Nurse

Haslem Center
1986 - 1998

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Carson Newman

Vocational Nursing Degree - Nursing

Blount Memorial Vocational

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