Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
CRNP Practicum Experience
Health Career Experience
Licensure & Certification
Certification
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Stephanie L. Nelson MSN, RN, FNP

Bethlehem,PA

Summary

Healthcare professional committed to delivering high-quality patient care through evidence-based practices and clinical expertise. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare settings. Skilled in patient assessment and treatment planning, ensuring optimal care and positive patient experiences.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Heart Station
03.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
  • Managed care from admission to discharge
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Hospital -RHC
07.2019 - 03.2023
  • Complete care and assessment of patients with life threatening illnesses including congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, stroke, drug overdose, and respiratory failure
  • Compassionate care of patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment
  • Progressive care patients receive complex medications that may require titration based on the vital signs
  • Specialized care of patients post cardiac, major surgical and invasive procedures
  • Strong clinical communication and teaching skills for patients to and their families
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Express Care
10.2015 - 07.2019
  • Perform patient care under the direction and guidance of a physician or physician assistant
  • I was responsible for distributing various types of equipment and supplies during the patient's visit
  • I was the lead LPN for Express Care while assisting three other locations
  • Assisted in the preparation of patient care areas, including assisting with bedside procedures
  • I was responsible for procurement and transport of supplies within the department
  • Operate equipment such as EKGs, glucometers and external defibrillators
  • Maintain and perform bedside testing as ordered by provider
  • Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs and treatment

Education

Master of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
09.2022

Diploma Degree - Nursing

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Allentown, PA
06.2019

Skills

  • Advanced Assessment
  • Pharmacology knowledge
  • Health Promotion
  • Quality Improvement
  • Emergency Management
  • Geriatric Care
  • Diagnostic Reasoning
  • Ethical Practice
  • Pediatric Care
  • Research utilization

CRNP Practicum Experience

  • Nursing Practitioner, Melissa Mosley - LVPG Family Medicine, Trexlertown, PA, 09/01/23 - 11/30/23
  • Nursing Practitioner, Dr. Natalia Doni - LVPG Family Medicine, Laurys Station, PA, 11/01/23 - 01/31/24
  • Nursing Practitioner, Dr. Nicole Zeiner - LVPG Pediatrics, Whitehall, PA, 01/01/24 - 03/31/24
  • Nursing Practitioner, Ruth Rice CRNP - LVPG Obstetrics & Gynecology, Allentown, PA, 03/01/24 - 05/31/24
  • Nursing Practitioner, Allyson Snik CRNP - LVHN Express Care, Bethlehem, PA, 05/01/24 - 06/30/24

Health Career Experience

  • Registered Nurse, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Heart Station, Bethlehem, PA, 03/01/19 - Present, Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses., Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management., Managed care from admission to discharge., Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans., Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing., Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments., Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG.
  • Registered Nurse, Lehigh Valley Hospital - RHC, Bethlehem, PA, 07/01/19 - 03/31/22, Complete care and assessment of patients with life threatening illnesses including congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, stroke, drug overdose, and respiratory failure., Compassionate care of patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment., Progressive care patients receive complex medications that may require titration based on the vital signs., Specialized care of patients post cardiac, major surgical and invasive procedures., Strong clinical communication and teaching skills for patients and their families.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Express Care, Bethlehem, PA, 10/01/15 - 07/31/19, Perform patient care under the direction and guidance of a physician or physician assistant., Responsible for distributing various types of equipment and supplies during the patient's visit., Lead LPN for Express Care while assisting three other locations., Assisted in the preparation of patient care areas, including assisting with bedside procedures., Responsible for procurement and transport of supplies within the department., Operate equipment such as EKGs, glucometers and external defibrillators., Maintain and perform bedside testing as ordered by provider., Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs and treatment.

Licensure & Certification

  • Advanced Life Support, 10/31/25
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 09/30/25
  • Registered Professional Nurse (RN), Pennsylvania, 10/31/25
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 11/30/24

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) – Pennsylvania Board of Nursing.
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Certification- In process

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Heart Station
03.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Hospital -RHC
07.2019 - 03.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Express Care
10.2015 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Chamberlain University

Diploma Degree - Nursing

Lehigh Carbon Community College
  • Registered Nurse License (RN) – Pennsylvania Board of Nursing.
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Certification- In process

Master of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Chamberlain University
Stephanie L. Nelson MSN, RN, FNP