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Stephanie Mitchell

Ottawa,USA

Summary

Experienced and compassionate registered nurse with exceptional communication skills. Offers 15 years of expertise in clinical nursing and 3 years in nursing education. Committed to advocating for patients/students and achieving high-quality outcomes in both clinical and didactic settings. Proven ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks in fast-paced environments, while proactively identifying and resolving issues to optimize processes and support team objectives. Eager to contribute to the success of the team and further develop professional skills. Approachable and dedicated, with a positive attitude and a strong commitment to continuous learning and personal growth.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Instructor

08.2021 - Current
  • Contributed educational and clinical expertise boost student learning.
  • Coordinated clinical rotations for students, ensuring they gained valuable hands-on experience in various nursing specialties.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life scenarios and case studies in lessons.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to devise effective teaching strategies, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
  • Facilitated engaging group discussions that encouraged students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
  • Facilitated meaningful debriefing sessions after clinical experiences, encouraging reflective thinking and self-assessment among students.
  • Emphasized the importance of patient-centered care by modeling empathetic communication techniques during instruction.
  • Contributed to program accreditation success through diligent preparation and adherence to nursing education standards set by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN).
  • Coached underperforming students to help meet didactic and clinical objectives.

Registered Nurse

Lawrence Memorial Health
09.2017 - 08.2021
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
  • Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.

Registered Nurse at Family Birth Place PRN Medical Surgical

Ransom Memorial Hospital
12.2011 - 09.2017
  • Comprehensive care throughout pregnancy, including antenatal screenings
  • Collaborative care with physicians during labor, delivery and postnatal periods
  • Supervises well baby care with parents and provides care to ill infants in Special Care Nursery
  • Consultation and encouragement with breastfeeding
  • Assesses well babies with weight checks, jaundice checks and other labs as needed
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
  • Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.

Registered Nurse

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
05.2006 - 12.2011
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit
  • Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS
05-2023

Skills

  • Supervising students
  • Managing simulation equipment
  • Ability to perform evaluations
  • Mentoring proficiency
  • Course content development
  • Clinical assignments
  • Didactic instruction
  • Evidence-based Teaching
  • Student remediation
  • Clinical instruction

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse, Kansas, 01/01/06
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 01/01/14
  • Basic Life Support, 10/15/2024
  • Intermediate Fetal Monitoring, 01/01/11
  • Advanced Fetal Monitoring, 01/01/17
  • Neonatal Resuscitation, 01/01/71

Hobbies and Interests

  • Actively involved in the lives of my 6 children and two grandchildren
  • Enjoy spending free time gardening, sewing, knitting, caring for pets
  • Serving with various organizations to provide resources for encampments of unhoused and underserved populations.

Timeline

Nursing Instructor

08.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Lawrence Memorial Health
09.2017 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse at Family Birth Place PRN Medical Surgical

Ransom Memorial Hospital
12.2011 - 09.2017

Registered Nurse

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
05.2006 - 12.2011

Master of Science - Nursing

MidAmerica Nazarene University

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