Stephanie Garner, RN
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dedicated Obstetrics and Gynecology Registered Nurse with 6 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of maternal and fetal treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OBGYN Acute Care Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia, SC
10.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality acute care nursing services and closely monitoring vital signs and fetal heart rate monitors.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate communication, advocacy, and comprehensive education on disease management.
- Ensured timely interventions for critical patients, utilizing strong clinical judgment and knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Boosted team efficiency by mentoring new nurses, leading as charge nurse, sharing best practices, and participating in unit-based committees.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple medical conditions such as pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, intrauterine growth restriction, and absent end diastolic flow.
Labor and Delivery Staff Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
West Columbia, SC
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Improved communication between medical professionals and patients by providing comprehensive education on the birthing process, pain management techniques, and postpartum care.
- Provided emotional support for laboring mothers and family members
- Assisted physicians with various procedures such as epidural placements, cesarean sections, forceps deliveries, and vacuum-assisted births.
- Reduced complications through continuous fetal monitoring, promptly identifying any issues that required intervention or consultation with a physician.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly assess situations and initiate appropriate interventions during emergencies such as shoulder dystocias or cord prolapses.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Lexington Medical Center
Lexington Women's Care-Irmo, SC
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing clinical protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and streamlined processes.
- Coordinated staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive learning environment that resulted in increased retention rates.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, leading efforts to enhance overall patient experience within the facility.
- Contributed to facility accreditation efforts by maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices standards pertaining to clinical care delivery systems.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Office Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
1801 OBGYN Medical Clinic-Columbia, SC
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing patient appointments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Promoted patient education with one-on-one consultations and Centering classes, providing guidance on treatment options and preventive measures.
- Administered vaccinations to protect patients from preventable diseases while following established protocols for safe injection practices.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures such as minor surgeries or diagnostic tests such as colposcopies, LEEPs, and contraception insertion to ensure effective completion of the task at hand.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Clemson University
Clemson05.2014
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Compassionate Care
- Advanced Life Support
- Evidence-based practices
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient and Fetal Monitoring
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training - April 2022-Present
- Basic Life Support Training - August 2016- Present
- Licensed Registered Nurse - May 2018- Present
Timeline
OBGYN Acute Care Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
10.2022 - Current
Labor and Delivery Staff Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
10.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Lexington Medical Center
05.2020 - 10.2021
Office Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
06.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Clemson University