Stephanie Royal

pre/post op care for cardiac short stay patients

pre/post cardiac catheterization (including sheath management)

pre/post fistula grams

pre/post biopsy care

pre/post pacemaker implants

• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Provided care to patients in a variety of settings, including progressive care units, medical-surgical units, and cardiac step down units.

• Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient vital signs.
• Provided direct care to post-operative cardiac patients.
• Performed ECG tests and interpreted results for diagnosis purposes.
• Educated patients on lifestyle modifications, such as diet, exercise, and stress management techniques.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings regarding patient care plans.
• Collaborated with case managers to develop discharge plans for patients leaving the hospital.

• 32 total beds as well as Dialysis, and transport services
• Provided guidance and support to nursing staff members.
• Created an environment that fosters professional development and patient care excellence.
• Developed policies, procedures, and protocols in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.

• Prioritize and manage the acute care of the patients seeking treatment within the ER
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
• Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
• Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
• Provided initial patient screening, evaluation, and assessment in acute care setting.
• Identified symptoms, gathered medical history, and documented patient information accurately.

• Manage the dialysis need of my assigned patients; interacting and communicating daily with the medical team, ensuring the safety and priority of my patients needs

• Manage the care of several patients within my assignment; Communicate with MD the needs of my patients; educate and instruct families on proper care of family

• Managing the dialysis needs of a 12 chair clinic; monitoring/assessing all patients daily; interacting and communicating daily with medical director & other physicians, as well as maintaining the needs and responsibilities of the clinical team

• Assisting in opening a new CDU (Clinical decision Unit) within Baptist Hospital

• Supervising and educating students in the RN and LPN degree programs

• Overseeing care of unit (4S & 2F) up to 23 med/surg tele beds Staff assignment r/t acuity, discharges, and continuity of care, Scheduling team leader-scheduling 16 fellow nurses and 6 PCT
• Preceptor to SPICEE Students, Nurse Externs and New Employees

• Overseeing care of up to 12 patients in at home setting
• Providing assessment of needs and monitoring/evaluating further care
• Maintain Accurate records of patient care, progress and concerns Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of patient