Stephanie Trudeau
Macomb,MI
Summary
Registered Nurse with nearly 11 years of nursing experience and 12 years within the Corewell Health system, including experience across both the East and West regions, as well as Level II trauma emergency nursing and interventional radiology. Recognized for exceptional clinical judgment, rapid autonomous decision-making, and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage complex patient situations in high-acuity environments. Proven leader with expertise in patient assessment, care coordination, documentation integrity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and workflow optimization. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and operational excellence while consistently delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Well-positioned to contribute clinical expertise to utilization management, remote triage, clinical operations, documentation integrity, and quality-focused roles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-Procedure Planning RN (Remote)
Corewell Health West
Grand Rapids, Michigan
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive pre-procedure nursing assessments via remote platforms.
- Delivered pre-procedure education on NPO instructions and medication adjustments, enhancing patient understanding and preparedness for procedures.
- Reviewed medical histories, medications, allergies, and risk factors to ensure readiness.
- Managed anticoagulation therapy by assessing procedural risks and coordinating necessary interventions.
- Secured anticoagulant hold orders with specialty providers to minimize procedural risks and ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with radiologists, anesthesia providers, and procedural teams to coordinate care.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and care teams to enhance continuity of care and support positive patient outcomes.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and maintained accurate Epic EMR documentation to uphold quality patient care.
Emergency Room Clinical Nurse
Corewell Health East - Beaumont Troy Hospital
Troy, MI
08.2015 - Current
- Provided immediate interventions under physician supervision for life-threatening scenarios, including cardiopulmonary arrest and traumatic injuries, to stabilize patients.
- Managed the care, treatment, and medical management of patients experiencing life or limb-threatening emergencies in a level 2 trauma facility.
- Provided medical treatment for emergency patients, including initiating intravenous access, obtaining blood work and cultures, administering medications, titrating critical intravenous drips, and simultaneously monitoring multiple telemetry monitors and patient vital signs.
- Managed airway, breathing, and circulation for patients in critical care settings.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary efforts to streamline patient care delivery and foster collaboration in Emergency Department.
- Implemented and monitored patient care plans, effectively documenting and communicating patient conditions to ensure seamless continuity of care across healthcare teams.
- Assessed and coordinated patient discharge planning needs with healthcare team to facilitate smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Trained new hire nurses on procedure techniques, documentation practices, and medication administration standards, ensuring compliance and enhancing patient safety.
- Assumed charge nurse relief and triage care coordinator roles, providing leadership support, coordinating patient care, prioritizing critical care needs, and enhancing unit operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan08-2015
Skills
- Pre-procedure assessment
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation expertise
- EPIC charting
- Chart auditing
- Patient safety protocols
- Quality improvement initiatives
- risk management
- Workflow optimization
- critical thinking in high pressure scenarios
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multi-disciplinary team collaboration and communication
- patient education
- Patient discharge planning
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Training and mentoring
- Leadership abilities
Awards
- Eagle Eye Award, 11/01/18, Received for recognizing and preventing an improper medication administration to a critical patient during a STEMI.
- Saluting Our Stars Award 5/7/17 - Awarded for a single extraordinary effort or sustained everyday excellence from Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital ER
- Level I and II trauma charting recognition, 2018 and 2019, Recognized by EC educator and Troy Beaumont department of Trauma for excellent Level I and II trauma charting using Epic Trauma Narrator, aiding in solidifying Level II trauma certification for hospital.
- Brain Pin, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, Received for administering tPA to stroke patients within critical time frame to 6 different patients (2018, 2019, 2022, 2023).
- Beaumont Daisy Award, 2017 and 2022, Nominated
Additional Qualifications
- Abundant clinical and interpersonal skills in a high paced environment while giving safe and competent care
- Clinical chart review and audits for emergency and trauma patients
- Demonstrated clinical knowledge directly with Joint Commission reviewers during site visits
- Demonstrated aptitude for handling high stress situations
- Analytical skills for quick intervention in complex scenarios
- Several years experience collaborating and facilitating within a team building and communicating environment
- Precepting new and oncoming nursing graduates and nursing students
- Frequently steps into leadership role in the emergency dept, filling in as Charge Nurse and Triage Care Coordinator (TCC) -- responsible for the care, management and room assignment of waiting room patients while prioritizing patients based on level of acuity, answering EMS calls, obtaining reports on transfer patients from facilities and transfer centers, relying on expert knowledge and experience recognizing and notifying staff of critical patients and acting as a resource for all employees and physicians throughout emergency department
References
- Brad Lukas, Chief Nursing Officer, Corewell Health East-Troy, Letter of Recommendation
- Other References available upon request.
Licensure And Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensure, Michigan, Active -Issued 11/4/2015, License # 4704317271
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Provider - Renewal in progress, scheduled July 2026
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), Provider - Renewal in progress, scheduled July 2026
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- NIHSS Certification
updated
6/12/26
Timeline
Pre-Procedure Planning RN (Remote)
Corewell Health West
12.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Clinical Nurse
Corewell Health East - Beaumont Troy Hospital
08.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University