Stephanie Heckman
Thornton,CO
Summary
Dynamic ER charge nurse bringing 13.5 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA North Suburban Medical Center
2019.02 - 2024.03
- Collaborate with entire team to direct, monitor, and evaluate nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serve as a resource person for staff, and model a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performanc
- Demonstrate skills as a resource person and liaison between the specialty team members, other staff members, surgeons, and vendors
- Assist with the overall management of patient care in the ER, supervises all staff, assists with performance evaluations, counseling and coaching of staff, hiring, and day to day operational supervision
- Responsible for ensuring department compliance with state, federal, and healthcare regulatory agencies
- Work alongside physicians and PA’s/NP's to improve learning experiences and improve patient care
- Assisted the EMS community to ensure close loop communication and provide real time feedback to improve skill and critical thinking
- Support and maintain a team nursing approach to patient care to promote a positive care team atmosphere that placed the patient at the center of care
Registered Nurse
River's Edge Hospital
2018.04 - 2018.12
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assisted in life-saving measures such as CPR, defibrillation, airway management, and medication administration during critical emergencies.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
ER Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
2010.06 - 2018.03
- Participated in ongoing education initiatives to remain current on best practices in emergency nursing care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
Fairmont, MN05.2010
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Delegation
- Mentor
- EMR / EHR
- Maintain flow of a high volume/high acuity ER
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Resource Allocation
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Trauma Nursing
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA North Suburban Medical Center
2019.02 - 2024.03
Registered Nurse
River's Edge Hospital
2018.04 - 2018.12
ER Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
2010.06 - 2018.03
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- BLS - Basic Life Support
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