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Stephanie Medina

Phoenix,USA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated nursing professional with over 21 years of patient-facing experience, skilled in delivering exceptional care across diverse settings, including long-term care, battlefield, and hospital environments. Expertise in triaging patients, capturing vital information, and performing essential procedures such as wound care while prioritizing safety, satisfaction, and wellness. Strong communication and multitasking abilities enhance the capacity to build meaningful relationships with patients and their families. Committed to maintaining a positive attitude while effectively managing multiple priorities and embracing additional responsibilities to achieve team goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Phoenix VA Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Reeducate patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' vital signs recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sun Health
08.2010 - 05.2021
  • Administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within a team dynamic.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

Corpsman

US Navy
02.2004 - 01.2012
  • Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Championed mental health initiatives within the unit, advocating for resources and support programs for service members in need.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with complex medical conditions.
  • Improved patient care by providing thorough assessments, accurate documentation, and effective communication with medical teams.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical examinations to evaluate service members' fitness for duty.
  • Assisted physicians in surgical procedures, ensuring precise execution and positive patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients on preventative healthcare measures, contributing to overall community wellbeing.
  • Increased team morale through active participation in unit training exercises, fostering camaraderie among colleagues.
  • Administered vaccinations and medications for optimal patient health and disease prevention.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
  • Contributed to medical evacuations and transport of patients to other medical facilities.
  • Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
  • Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ
05.2025

Diploma of Completion/ Veteran Bridge Program - Licensed Practical Nurse

Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ
12.2017

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • IV Placement / Fluid Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Treatment Documentation
  • Wound Care
  • Compassionate Care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Wound care
  • Physical assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • Vital signs
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Medication dispensing
  • Diabetes management
  • Immunization administration
  • Infection control
  • Family communication
  • Catheter care
  • Documenting intake
  • Breathing treatments
  • Health education
  • EMR / EHR
  • Emergency response
  • Care planning
  • Patient triaging
  • ADL assistance
  • Preventive care
  • Palliative care
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Behavioral assessment

Certification

  • Licensed Practical nurse - 6 years
  • Certified US Navy Corpsman, 9.5 Years

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Phoenix VA Medical Center
11.2020 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sun Health
08.2010 - 05.2021

Corpsman

US Navy
02.2004 - 01.2012

Diploma of Completion/ Veteran Bridge Program - Licensed Practical Nurse

Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges - Gateway Community College

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