Stephanie Trait

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

• Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
• Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's on Medical/Surgical unit.
• Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
• Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
• Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
• Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
• Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
• Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
• Worked with nursing team utilizing nursing care intervention to evaluate outcomes and make needed adjustments to care plans.
• Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
• Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
• Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
• Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
• Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
• Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
• Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
• Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
• Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
• Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
• Continually updated clinical knowledge by attending conferences, seminars or webinars related to Charge Nursing competencies.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

• Supported work of senior-level accounting and tax preparation professionals to maximize office productivity.
• Applied federal and state government regulations to prepare accurate and compliant tax returns for clients in Jackson-Hewitt..
• Determined clients' eligibility for tax credits, abatements or deductions through careful research and oversight.
• Produced US and state income, gift tax and estate tax returns for individuals.
• Helped clients integrate new tax software with accounting software.
• Collected detailed information and required paperwork from clients to complete tax returns.
• Supplied detailed tax documentation needed to submit accurate corporate and individual returns.
• Informed clients of potentially beneficial products and services, resulting in additional business opportunities.
• Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state and federal government authorities.
• Analyzed information and assessed liabilities and deductions according to relevant tax code.
• Reduced errors associated with missed tax benefits by completing comprehensive reviews of internal tax preparation documents.
• Strategized plans to help clients reduce liabilities and maximize deductions in future tax periods.

Administrative duties. Document in patient charts to maintain accurate records. Administer medications via IM or SQ route. Phlebotomy for some lab orders.