Stephanie Mugnier
Billings,MT
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Professional experienced in hospice and palliative care. Developed and implemented patient care plans while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, leading quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care standards. Established effective communication channels to facilitate comprehensive care coordination among patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
2
2
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Everwind Hospice
Billings, MT
2026.07 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed symptoms and documented changes in electronic charts.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Provided hospice comfort care to patients and families.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Led quality improvement initiatives within the department to elevate patient care standards.
- Assessed hospice patients and updated individualized plan of care.
- Managed patient admissions process to ensure efficient intake, recertifications, and discharge planning for hospice patients.
- Managed urgent situations involving hospice patients and delivered crisis intervention.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers, and physicians.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Monitored medication regimens to ensure safe administration of medications in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
LPN to RN
Advanced Care Hospital
Billings, MT
2022.12 - 2026.07
- Provided nursing care to ensure patient safety and well-being. according to rural MT BON standards. To align with rural MT BON standards. at the top of scope per rural MT BON regulations.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in the Advanced Care Hospital unit.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in the Advanced Care Hospital unit.
- Obtained and recorded vital signs to monitor patient health. and documented assessments in patient charts.
- Assisted physicians and registered nurses with bedside treatment and procedures.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Compassus Hospice
Billings, MT
2024.05 - 2026.03
- Delivered hospice nursing care in patient homes and care facilities.
- Provided comfort care in patient homes and facilities, supported patients and their loved ones emotionally, administered medication, educated patients and families, and ensured thorough documentation and communication with healthcare providers and care team members.
- Provided compassionate hospice nursing care within patient residences and healthcare facilities.
- Performed wound care, Foley placement, ostomy and drain management, mouth care, and other treatments within scope of practice to promote patient recovery and comfort.
- Documented patient status in hospice electronic health records.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Montana oral surgery and dental implant center
Bozeman, MT
2020.07 - 2021.07
- Greeted patients and conducted pre-surgical intake and health history to ensure comprehensive understanding of patient needs. Set up operating room per planned procedure. Assisted an oral surgeon during surgery by providing suction, monitoring vital signs during conscious sedation, and handing over necessary instruments.
- Assisted in patients' recovery post-surgery, providing clear post-operative instructions regarding healing and treatment. Operated x-ray equipment and disinfected, sterilized, and stored equipment after use to maintain safety standards. Triage post-operative patients by phone or in-person to address immediate needs.
- Assisted in oral surgery and dental implant procedures at the Montana surgical center.
- Prepared surgical rooms, instruments, and implant trays for the oral surgery team.
- Cleaned and sterilized surgical equipment while adhering to infection control standards during patient care to ensure safety.
Dietary Manager
EmpRes Healthcare
Livingston, MT
2018.09 - 2019.08
- Provided dietary education to residents and families, managed inventory, established budget, purchased supplies and equipment, adhered to client-specific dietary programs and restrictions, and ensured safe food storage and preparation.
- Developed therapeutic menus for long-term care residents at EmpRes Healthcare.
- Supervised dietary staff schedules and meal service operations to ensure quality and timely delivery of meals.
- Managed daily food service operations, prepared meals for over 75 residents, ensured adequate staffing coverage, and worked overtime.
- Monitored kitchen sanitation and infection control practices to maintain compliance with health regulations.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
EmpRes Healthcare
Livingston, MT
2017.08 - 2018.10
- Assisted with wound care, performed post-mortem care, and recorded patient information electronically while applying extensive HIPAA knowledge. Coordinated patient activities and addressed their physical and emotional needs.
- Assured timely observation of vital signs to support patient health monitoring. and reported changes to nursing staff
- Delivered comprehensive resident care in a long-term care environment at EmpRes Healthcare.
- Facilitated residents' daily living activities to promote dignity and comfort during personal care.
- Communicated significant changes in vital signs to nursing staff for prompt intervention. of significant changes in vital signs.
CNA Mentor
Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
West Brookfield, MA
2011.01 - 2017.07
- Supported training of CNAs on memory care floors, enhancing staff readiness. Perform all ADLs for patients and collaborate with upper management to develop and implement effective training programs.
- Assisted rehabilitation residents with bathing, dressing, and daily personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Repositioned residents to support comfort and prevent skin breakdown.
Dietary Aide
Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
West Brookfield, MA
2008.12 - 2011.09
- Guided clients on nutritional choices to promote health and well-being.
- Coordinated food service delivery to ensure timely and quality meals for customers.
- Conducted food preparation for daily menus.
- Developed weekly menus for clients based on dietary needs.
- Food sanitation.
- Maintained cleanliness in food preparation areas to adhere to safety and sanitation standards.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nursing
University of Montana
Missoula, MT 2025.05 - 2026.05
Certificate - Practical Nursing
MSU Billings
Billings, MT 2021.12 - 2022.12
Skills
- Palliative care experience
- Hospice care
- Patient care plans
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Patient evaluations
- Treatment planning
- Medication management
- Intravenous therapy
- Nursing documentation
- Electronic health records (EHR) management
- Electronic documentation
- Patient documentation
- Patient safety measures
- Chronic illness management
- Behavioral management
- Care coordination
- Healthcare collaboration
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Symptom control
- Caregiver support training
- Safety regulations
- HIPAA
- Hospital experience
Personal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Driver's License, REGISTERED NURSE, May 2026, NUR-RN-LIC-290228, expires on 12/31/2027, AHA BLS, February 2019 to March 2028, Renewal completed every 3 months, Licensed Practical Nurse, December 2022 to December 2026, NUR-LPN-LIC-212969, RN License, BLS Certification, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, IV Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Everwind Hospice
2026.07 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nursing
University of Montana
2025.05 - 2026.05
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Compassus Hospice
2024.05 - 2026.03
LPN to RN
Advanced Care Hospital
2022.12 - 2026.07
Certificate - Practical Nursing
MSU Billings
2021.12 - 2022.12
Oral Surgery Assistant
Montana oral surgery and dental implant center
2020.07 - 2021.07
Dietary Manager
EmpRes Healthcare
2018.09 - 2019.08
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
EmpRes Healthcare
2017.08 - 2018.10
CNA Mentor
Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
2011.01 - 2017.07
Dietary Aide
Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
2008.12 - 2011.09