Stephanie Liming
Jamestown
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Adena Regional Medical Center, excelling in clinical leadership and patient advocacy. Recognized for optimizing patient satisfaction through effective care coordination and mentoring junior staff. Committed to evidence-based nursing practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Healthcare professional skilled in managing nursing teams and ensuring high standards of patient care. Proven success in implementing care plans and improving operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments. Strong skills in patient assessment and emergency response.
Charge nursing professional with focus on patient care and team leadership. Strong skills in clinical decision-making, patient assessment, and care planning. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork. Dependable in high-pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Adena Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to adoption of innovative nursing practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Charge Nurse
Clinton Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Developed and implemented patient triage system that streamlined patient flow and reduced wait times.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Optimized resource allocation, ensuring all patients received timely and adequate care without overburdening staff.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by personalizing care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, significantly reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Staff Nurse
Highland District Hospital
08.2014 - 05.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH07-2014
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Calm and composed
- Medication administration
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- Staff training
- Patient assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Verbal and written communication
- Goal driven
- Evidence-based nursing
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate and caring
Certification
- NRP
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Clinton Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 07.2023
Charge Nurse
Adena Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - Current
Staff Nurse
Highland District Hospital
08.2014 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clark State Community College