Stephanie Shortt
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Woman's Hospital, specializing in oncology procedures and patient advocacy. Expert in clinical judgment and compassionate care, I excel in patient education and complex problem-solving. Demonstrated leadership in nursing staff coordination and patient management, ensuring privacy and empathy in all interactions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Woman's Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2007 - Current
I have worked as a Special Procedure Nurse in the Imaging Department directly in patient care. My duties have included assisting physicians with various breast oncology procedures such as Ultrasound core biopsy, Stereotactic core biopsy, MRI core biopsy, Breast needle localizations, Sentinel Node injections, and Breast reflector placement. I also facilitate the navigation process for patients with abnormal imaging needing further assistance.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University
New Orleans, LA12.2001
Skills
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Team Coordination
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship Building
- Procedure preparations
- Appointment Scheduling
Certification
BLS
PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Woman's Hospital
03.2007 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University