Stephanie Williams
Millbrook,AL
Summary
A compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in providing exceptional patient care. Hoping to join an organization that values hard work, dedication, and commitment while providing outstanding patient-centered care services; allowing me the opportunity to apply my years of nursing experience while continuing to learn new skills and techniques in our ever-evolving healthcare system.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Registered Nurse
YesCare-Wexford at Red Eagle Work Center
Montgomery, AL
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Ambulatory clinic; Sick call; Annual physicals
- Specimen collection/handling; Infection control
- Administration, documentation, tracking of immunizations, PPD's and routine medication.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
- Maintained staff safety during prisoner treatments by observing all security procedures and regulations.
- Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
- Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
Director of Nursing
Wexford Health at Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women
Wetumpka, AL
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing; scheduling; infirmed patient care; ambulatory clinic; sick call; ER; pharmacy services; mental health services; inventory management of supplies/equipment.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Montgomery, AL
08.2015 - 02.2019
- Direct patient care in the sub-acute rehabilitative hospital setting.
- Educated patients regarding their condition, prognosis and therapeutic interventions.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments and progress notes in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Performed wound care management including debridement, dressing changes and application of topical agents.
- Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
- Managed pain relief through administration of pharmacological agents or non-pharmacological methods.
- Supported family members during recovery process by providing emotional support and guidance.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Crowne Health Care Of Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
07.2012 - 03.2015
- RAC Medicare/Medicaid audits
- LTC-14 review and records submission
- LTC-161
- QUALIS/AQUAF audits
- 802/672 familiar
- POC education/monitoring
- Medication regimen review
- Medication destruction
- House Supervisor PRN
- Staffing PRN
- Admission screening PRN
Clinical Nurse Manager
Crowne Health Care Of Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
05.2010 - 06.2012
- Established and maintained positive relationships with residents, physicians, facility staff, patients and families.
- Provided strong leadership and guidance to nurses.
- Handled probationary and annual performance evaluations for nursing staff.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department while upholding acceptable nursing standards.
- Managed over 8 nursing staff and 10 assistants caring for 50 patients; 16 of them on a specialized secured memory care unit.
- Track/trend incidents; weight loss; wounds; infections; falls; psychotropic drug use
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Griel Memorial Psychiatric Hospital
Montgomery, AL
04.2008 - 05.2010
- Performed physical and mental health assessments of patients admitted with acute and chronic diagnosis.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Troy University
Montgomery, AL12-1998
Skills
- Ostomies care
- Wound care
- IV therapy
- Blood and blood product transfusion
- Infection Control
- Phlebotomy
- Catheterization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Unit Oversight
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Compassionate and Caring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Procedure Assistance
- Reliability
Timeline
Lead Registered Nurse
YesCare-Wexford at Red Eagle Work Center
01.2021 - 05.2024
Director of Nursing
Wexford Health at Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women
02.2019 - 12.2020
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Crowne Health Care Of Montgomery
07.2012 - 03.2015
Clinical Nurse Manager
Crowne Health Care Of Montgomery
05.2010 - 06.2012
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Griel Memorial Psychiatric Hospital
04.2008 - 05.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Troy University
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