Stephanie Napier
Calumet Park,IL
Summary
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 18 years of diverse experience in direct patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Midway Neurological & Rehabilitation Center
06.2024 - Current
- Work in a nursing role to assist residents who have neurologic and behavior deficits requiring interventions, redirection, medication and monitoring
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
South Suburban Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10.2013 - 08.2024
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Contract LPN
ShiftMed
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Worked as a Pandemic Nurse at various facilities.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers for seamless continuity of care.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient outcomes across various medical conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to create comprehensive and personalized care plans for patients.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Little Sisters of The Poor Nursing Home
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Symphony of Dyer
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Aperion Care
04.2014 - 07.2020
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Prairie Oasis formally known as Windmill
04.2017 - 06.2019
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Field Nurse LPN
Total Nurses Network
01.2012 - 04.2016
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen College-Illinois
Mokena, IL03.2023
Associate - Nursing
Wilber Wright City College
Chicago, IL03.2006
Skills
- Staff Nurse
- Memory Care
- Customer service
- Patient Care
- Nursing
- Gastronomy Feeding
- Cardiac care
- Blood glucose Monitoring
- Diabetic management
- Foley insertion
- Wound care
- Halo traction
- Psyche
- Neurology
- Multiple nursing assessments
- Medication Administration
- Caregiving
- Tube Feeding
- Documentation review
- Hospice Care
- LPN
- Pain Management
- Vital Signs
- Dementia Care
- Pediatrics
- Supervising Experience
- Home Care
- Experience Administering Injections
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- CPR Certification
- LPN
- AED Certification
- RN License
Nursinglicenses
- RN, IL, 05/01/26
- PN, IL, 01/01/25
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Treasurer , National Black Nurses Association, 2021
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Midway Neurological & Rehabilitation Center
06.2024 - Current
Contract LPN
ShiftMed
05.2021 - 01.2024
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Little Sisters of The Poor Nursing Home
05.2021 - 11.2021
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Symphony of Dyer
05.2020 - 02.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Prairie Oasis formally known as Windmill
04.2017 - 06.2019
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Aperion Care
04.2014 - 07.2020
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
South Suburban Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10.2013 - 08.2024
Field Nurse LPN
Total Nurses Network
01.2012 - 04.2016
Associate - Nursing
Wilber Wright City College
- Basic Life Support
- CPR Certification
- LPN
- AED Certification
- RN License
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen College-Illinois
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