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Stephanie Lundgren

Soap Lake,WA

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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

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

School Registered Nurse for 4 Schools

Lind-Ritzville School Cooperative District
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Administered first aid and emergency care to students in compliance with health policies.
  • Conducted health screenings and assessments to monitor student well-being and identify health issues.
  • Educated students on health-related topics, promoting wellness and preventative care practices.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student health concerns and manage chronic conditions.
  • Maintained accurate health records and documentation in accordance with state regulations.
  • Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe school environment for all students.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, families, and school staff regarding student health needs.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance nursing skills and knowledge of school health regulations.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Professional Case Management
05.2021 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated patient care plans across multidisciplinary teams to enhance health outcomes.
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized case management strategies for optimal support.
  • Monitored and documented patient progress, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to facilitate access to services and resources for patients.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and optimize care delivery processes.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff in case management best practices and effective communication strategies.
  • Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems, ensuring access to necessary services and support.
  • Managed a caseload of diverse patients with various diagnoses while maintaining accurate documentation in electronic medical records systems.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve overall patient health and satisfaction levels.
  • Developed strong working relationships with community resources and organizations to support patients'' needs more effectively.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for each case.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction rates through empathetic listening and addressing concerns proactively during case management meetings.
  • Facilitated referrals to appropriate specialists or community agencies when indicated by the assessment findings or changes in the patient''s condition.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, insurance carriers, and medical professionals to manage complex cases effectively.
  • Promoted optimal wellness by conducting regular assessments of physical, emotional, social, and environmental factors affecting patients'' wellbeing.
  • Negotiated beneficial service agreements with vendors on behalf of patients and their families to secure vital resources at reduced costs.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with emerging trends and best practices within the field of nursing case management.
  • Assessed patient needs during home visits, making recommendations for additional services or resources when necessary.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring accurate information exchange.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical updates and feedback.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and available resources.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient transitions from hospital to home care.
  • Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to optimize results.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Home Health Registered Nurse

Aveanna
12.2018 - 11.2021
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments to monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and home healthcare practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to specific patient needs.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Trained new nursing staff on best practices in home healthcare delivery and patient interaction techniques.
  • Evaluated patient responses to interventions, documenting changes and communicating them effectively to the care team.
  • Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
  • Streamlined workflow processes through effective time management, enhancing overall care efficiency in home visits.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Coordinated with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.
  • Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
  • Implemented effective pain management strategies to promote comfort and improve overall well-being for patients experiencing chronic or acute pain symptoms.
  • Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
  • Improved patient quality of life by delivering compassionate and empathetic support during home visits.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.
  • Fostered patient independence and self-management skills by teaching families how to assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility exercises.
  • Provided emotional support for patients coping with serious illnesses, helping them to maintain a positive outlook on their recovery journey.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of home health nursing practice, maintaining current licensure and staying abreast of the latest industry standards.
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
  • Incorporated therapeutic, rehabilitative and nursing goals into detailed, individualized care plans based on diagnoses.
  • Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' conditions and addressing potential complications early on.
  • Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressing changes and administering medications at appropriate intervals.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality nursing care in accordance with established guidelines and protocols.
  • Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV insertion, catheterization, blood draw, tracheostomy care efficiently while maintaining strict infection control measures.
  • Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment when evaluating complex situations in order to make informed decisions regarding patient safety.
  • Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
  • Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Home Health Registered Nurse

Avail Home Nursing
02.2018 - 09.2020
  • Administered medication safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to physician orders.
  • Assisted patients in developing realistic goals for rehabilitation progress through regular evaluations of functional abilities.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing personalized and comprehensive care plans.
  • Contacted family immediately when issues arose with at-home patients in effort to find effective resolutions.
  • Strengthened relationships between home health agencies, hospitals, long-term care facilities by collaborating on best practices for transitions of care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and holistic care.
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Streamlined workflow processes through effective time management, enhancing overall care efficiency in home visits.
  • Improved patient quality of life by delivering compassionate and empathetic support during home visits.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
  • Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
  • Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Wenatchee Valley Community College
Wenatchee, WA
06-1998

Skills

Infection control measures

  • Nutrition counseling
  • Parent communication
  • Mental health support
  • Record keeping
  • Diabetes management
  • First aid
  • Time management mastery
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Allergy management
  • Pediatric nursing expertise
  • Individualized care planning
  • Chronic disease management
  • Immunization
  • Special needs accommodation
  • Epilepsy monitoring
  • Immunization record review
  • Acute illness recognition
  • Hearing and vision screening
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • HIPAA requirements
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Health education delivery

Timeline

School Registered Nurse for 4 Schools

Lind-Ritzville School Cooperative District
08.2024 - 08.2025

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Professional Case Management
05.2021 - 05.2024

Home Health Registered Nurse

Aveanna
12.2018 - 11.2021

Home Health Registered Nurse

Avail Home Nursing
02.2018 - 09.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Wenatchee Valley Community College

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