Stephanie Garrett-Rodgers
Patrick Springs,VA
Summary
Highly motivated, compassionate self-starter with nearly two decades of clinical and leadership experience. I enjoy the challenge that nursing grants me each and every day. I tend to march to the beat of my own drum but I am constantly seeking out ways to improve myself through education. I am very open minded but tend to get bored easy therefore sitting down on the job is just not an option! Academic excellence is my passion and I always strive to be the best me possible!
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Med-Surg, Tele, SDU, ICU and ER
Supplemental Health Care
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Cirrus Medical Staffing
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom re-occurrence.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Observation Unit
Lifepoint Healthcare
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures.
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA’s) to identify performance areas for improvement.
Cardiac Catheterization/Emergency Department Nurse
Lifepoint Healthcare
05.2010 - 01.2015
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Charge nurse in emergency department and cardiac catheterization lab.
- Oversaw and managed clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality emergency nursing care in a fast-paced medical environment.
Registered Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing
03.2008 - 04.2010
- Worked in multiple areas of nursing including emergency departments, telemetry/medical/surgical floors , critical care units and all aspects of labor and delivery
- Worked at hospitals in Richmond, Virginia, Roanoke Rapids , North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina and Fort Bragg, North Carolina
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Chronic patient care in medical-surgical unit while working at Ft. Bragg, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care while monitoring for 4-6 patients per shift.
- 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.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County
05.2006 - 03.2008
- Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing.
- Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
- Performed basic physical assessments of patients of all ages.
- Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to the emergency department.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University Waldron School of Nursing
Radford, Virginia05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Patrick And Henry Community College
Martinsville, Virginia05.2006
Skills
- (Direct care & assessment of patients in a variety of situations including trauma, critical cardiac , pediatric, ob/gyn
- Educated patients for home care and discharge planning
- Medical terminology and medication administration
- Catheters, IV, laboratory blood draws, TB test, immunizations,
- EKG interpretation
- Charting and documentation of patient care
- High Organizational Skills
- Strong leadership qualities
- Experience with Cerner, Medi-Tech documentation system/ Pro -Med/medhost
- Proficient in following computer software programs: Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Preceptor for RNA and paramedic/EMT-I in ER, CCU and Cardiac Cath Lab
- Strong clinical judgment
- High level of autonomy
- Thorough physical assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Preceptor
- High level of autonomy
- Qualified in ACC (American Academy of Cardiology) - PCI/ICD database management
- In-depth knowledge of intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient and family advocacy
- Chest pain management expert
References
References upon request
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2005 to present
- Registered Nurse in Virginia , License number (#0001203004) since 2006 with multi-state privilege
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support since 2005
- SANE (sexual assault nurse educator) certification 2007
- Telehealth Presenter – University of Virginia and New College Institute
- ELNEC Presenter- Radford Higher Leaning Center
Additional Information
- LICENSURE *Registered Nurse - State of VA (#0001203004)
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Med-Surg, Tele, SDU, ICU and ER
Supplemental Health Care
05.2019 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Cirrus Medical Staffing
01.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Observation Unit
Lifepoint Healthcare
01.2016 - 01.2018
Cardiac Catheterization/Emergency Department Nurse
Lifepoint Healthcare
05.2010 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing
03.2008 - 04.2010
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County
05.2006 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University Waldron School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Patrick And Henry Community College
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