Stephanie Szymanski
Saxonburg,PA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
RN/Registered Nurse Clinical Manager
Medi Home Health And Hospice
Butler, Pennsylvania
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted with recruitment, selection, orientation and training activities for new employees.
- Oversaw patient care and clinic services while managing financial operations, quality assurance, and safety/risk management to maintain high standards.
- Supervised staff in the delivery of patient care services.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Ensured that staff members adhere to professional standards of practice.
- Resolved patient issues promptly to enhance overall satisfaction with services provided.
- Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices.
Home Health Nurse
Medi Home Health And Hospice
Butler, Pennsylvania
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Educated patients and families on care plans and health management strategies to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
- Trained new staff on best practices for home health nursing procedures.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Maintained accurate records of visits and changes in patient conditions and treatments prescribed by physicians to ensure continuity of care.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Conducted risk assessments in home environments to ensure patient safety.
- Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
- Offered guidance on medication management, ensuring adherence to therapy plans.
Oncology Infusion Nurse
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at Passavant Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
01.2016 - 09.2020
- Administered chemotherapy and infusion treatments to diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on treatment protocols and side effects to empower informed decision-making.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as anaphylaxis reactions.
- Counseled patients on chemotherapy side effects, enhancing their understanding and management strategies.
- Performed venipuncture to access port or central line for administration of medications.
- Evaluated laboratory results and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive patient care plans, ensuring coordinated and effective treatment.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Passavant Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
09.2007 - 01.2016
- Documented patient information in electronic health records, enhancing continuity of care.
- Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care delivery.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided comprehensive care and education to patients with chronic illnesses, promoting self-management and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients on medication side effects and lifestyle changes, facilitating informed decisions for improved health outcomes.
Education
Certified in Essential Injections - Utilization of Neuromodulators And Dermal Fillers
Institute For Laser Medicine
Philadelphia, PA03-2026
Certified in Advanced Injections - Neuromodulators/Derm fillers/Cosmetic enhancement
Institute For Laser Medicine
Philadelphia, PA03-2026
Diploma in nursing - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA07-2007
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA06-1996
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Electronic health records
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Aesthetic treatment planning
- Advanced injection techniques
- Botox administration proficiency
Certification
Registered Nurse-PA State Board of Nursing-2007
Timeline
RN/Registered Nurse Clinical Manager
Medi Home Health And Hospice
01.2023 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Medi Home Health And Hospice
10.2020 - 01.2023
Oncology Infusion Nurse
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at Passavant Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
UPMC Passavant Hospital
09.2007 - 01.2016
Certified in Essential Injections - Utilization of Neuromodulators And Dermal Fillers
Institute For Laser Medicine
Certified in Advanced Injections - Neuromodulators/Derm fillers/Cosmetic enhancement
Institute For Laser Medicine
Diploma in nursing - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania