Stephanie Loth
Omaha,Nebraska
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Accreditory/Regulatory Nurse Specialist
Boystown National Research Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Researched related literature regarding issues at hand.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Developed policies and procedures with the BTNRH organization.
- Routinely performed audits related to restraints, social determinants of health, and suicide screenings.
- Performed ongoing Joint Commission follow-up with surveillance of medical units.
- Developed continuing education for nursing staff (e-learnings).
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates
05.2019 - Current
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required
- Used Greenway, Epic, and Cerner to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
Lead Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
11.2014 - 05.2019
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Cared for patients in 52-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Nebraska Medicine
02.2011 - 11.2014
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Patient Care Technician
Nebraska Medicine
07.2004 - 01.2011
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Clarkson College
Omaha, NE12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Omaha, NE12.2010
Skills
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Medication Administration
- Accurate Documentation
- Creative Problem Solving
- Medical Supply Management
- Compassionate and Caring
- Care Coordination
- Clear Patient Communication
- Decision Making
- Patient Care Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Direct Patient Care
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Microsoft Office
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Unit Oversight
- Routine Examinations
- Alternative Treatments
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Infection Control Procedures
- Needs Assessment
- Delegation and Motivation
- Joint Commission Survery Activity Guide knowledge
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Timeline
Accreditory/Regulatory Nurse Specialist
Boystown National Research Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates
05.2019 - Current
Lead Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
11.2014 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Nebraska Medicine
02.2011 - 11.2014
Patient Care Technician
Nebraska Medicine
07.2004 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Clarkson College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
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