Stephanie Tussey
Micanopy
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 16 years of experience in Level 1 Trauma and Certified Burn, Stroke, and Cardiac care. Recognized for delivering high-quality critical care and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in maintaining composure in high-pressure environments and making rapid, accurate decisions during emergencies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator, Emergency Department
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary plan of care with physicians based on current evidence-based practices.
- Adhered to hospital privacy policies and HIPAA regulations.
- Directed and educated patients and families on their plan of care, ensuring clarity and understanding of treatment paths.
- Communicated care preferences to practitioners to ensure patient-centered treatment. by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions, and meeting treatment goals.
- Adhered to hospital privacy policies and HIPAA regulations.
- Evaluated departmental operations regularly to identify opportunities for improvement and optimize resource utilization.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Charge Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
2013 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to hospital protocols and standards.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance outcomes.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical skills.
- Managed scheduling and assignments for nursing staff to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring safety and quality in patient care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Advent Health East Orlando Hospital
Orlando, FL
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Evaluated healthcare needs and treatment goals for each patient, connecting them to appropriate providers and resources.
- Monitored patient conditions by interpreting EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry patterns, and promptly updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Evaluated patient conditions to determine appropriate emergency interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered medications to patients and monitored physical responses.
- Recorded patient medical history and documented observable symptoms to inform treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control procedures to protect patients and staff.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatment options and possible outcomes.
- Assessed patient vital signs and documented diet and exercise habits to support ongoing health evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis12-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL, FL05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2002
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2001
Skills
- Trauma Nurse
- Emergency Management
- Staff Development
Accomplishments
CEN
Certification
BLS/ACLS
PALS
TNCC
ENPC
Timeline
Coordinator, Emergency Department
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Advent Health East Orlando Hospital
04.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Grady Memorial Hospital
11.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of South Florida
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Charge Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University