Stephanie Soto
Welch
Summary
Highly motivated medical professional with nearly 14 years of extensive experience providing quality care to a diverse range of patients in a variety of healthcare settings. Dedicated and compassionate, with experience in medication administration, health education, wound care, and performing physical assessments. Demonstrates the ability to quickly and accurately assess patient needs, and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences. Committed to delivering safe, high-quality care, and achieving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Welch Community Hospital
Welch
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stevens Correctional Center
Welch
09.2013 - 08.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, develop solutions, and implement interventions when needed.
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect the privacy of patients.
- Performed medication distribution and observed patients to identify progress or side effects.
- Administered injections according to established guidelines; documented injection administration accurately.
- Provided direct patient care such as wound dressing changes, administering medications, and performing prescribed treatments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stevens Correctional Center
Welch
07.2012 - 09.2013
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Ensured that all safety standards were maintained at all times; report any potential safety issues immediately.
- Performed intake, transfer, and discharge of patients; completed necessary paperwork related to the intake, transfer, and discharge process.
- Conducted orientations for new staff members to ensure compliance with established protocols.
- Safeguarded against germ spread with stringent enforcement of infection-control procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area; stocked supplies as needed; disposed of hazardous materials properly.
- Provided direct patient care such as wound dressing changes, administering medications, and performing prescribed treatments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family Healthcare Associates
Welch
04.2013 - 07.2013
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
McDowell Nursing and Rehabilitation
Gary
02.2012 - 05.2012
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary.
- Safeguarded against germ spread with stringent enforcement of infection-control procedures.
- Provided direct patient care such as administering medications, wound dressing changes, and performing prescribed treatments.
- Assessed vital signs, collected specimens for laboratory testing, monitored fluid intake and output levels, and recorded results.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Supervised staff members to ensure quality care was provided to all residents.
- Assembled and used equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers.
Education
Associate - Nursing
Bluefield State University
Bluefield, WV, US04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Mercer County Technical Education Center
Princeton, West Virginia08.2011
High School Diploma -
Mount View High School
Welch, WV06-2005
Skills
- Medication Management
- IV Placement
- Patient Assessment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation and Charting
- Diabetes Management
- Patient and Family Education
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Infection Control
- Mental Health Nursing
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Delegation Skills
- Staff Training
Certification
- RN Compact License, 116384
- American Heart Association BLS eCard, 225416326819
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Welch Community Hospital
05.2024 - 01.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stevens Correctional Center
09.2013 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family Healthcare Associates
04.2013 - 07.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Stevens Correctional Center
07.2012 - 09.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
McDowell Nursing and Rehabilitation
02.2012 - 05.2012
Associate - Nursing
Bluefield State University
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Mercer County Technical Education Center
High School Diploma -
Mount View High School