Stephanie Stitts
Nashville ,Tennessee
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong clinical skills and focus on child and adolescent care. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable outcomes in fast-paced environments. Expertise in health assessments, emergency response, and patient education, combined with compassionate approach and strong communication abilities. Reliable and flexible, consistently meeting high standards in healthcare delivery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Rocketship Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
- Administered first aid and medication to students, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Monitored student health records, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Educated students on personal hygiene and wellness practices to promote healthy behaviors.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student health concerns effectively.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans for medical incidents at school.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the nurse's office, adhering to safety protocols.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
Health Services Coordinator
Volunteers of America
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Coordinated health service programs to enhance client access and support.
- Developed training materials to ensure accurate knowledge dissemination among team members.
- Oversaw case management processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during case conferences discussing optimal approaches towards individualized care plans.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions, promoting best practices in health services coordination.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates, contributing significantly towards department growth and retention rates.
- Managed complex caseloads with diverse medical needs, ensuring timely access to necessary resources and support.
- Conducted regular follow-up calls to ensure continuity of care after patients received treatment or completed required procedures.
- Recruited, oriented, and trained healthcare staff members.
- Monitored status of individuals with chronic health concerns.
- Managed team schedule and workflow between jobs.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Clinical Services Coordinator
Correct Care Solutions
07.2015 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline communication between departments, promoting cohesive patient management.
- Trained and mentored new staff on clinical procedures, fostering a knowledgeable and competent workforce.
- Managed scheduling of clinical staff, optimizing resource allocation for maximum coverage and efficiency.
- Served as a liaison between clinical service providers, administrative personnel, and medical professionals to ensure seamless communication across departments.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient outcomes within the clinic setting.
- Championed patient-centered care by fostering an environment of empathy, compassion, and respect throughout the clinic setting.
- Promoted a safe working environment for staff members by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Supported staff development through ongoing training programs, performance evaluations, and constructive feedback.
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of 50 physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
Utilization Review Nurse
MedSolutionsUS
08.2013 - 07.2016
- Evaluated medical necessity and appropriateness of services for patient care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Utilized electronic health records systems for efficient tracking of patient information and review status.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
- Submitted cases for criteria failures and helped facilitate resolutions and approvals.
- Obtained authorizations from multiple insurance carriers for various levels of care.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Memphis, TN06-2003
Skills
- Immunization record review
- Health screening
- Individualized healthcare plans
- Acute illness recognition
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Clinical documentation
- Nursing management
Timeline
School Nurse
Rocketship Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Health Services Coordinator
Volunteers of America
02.2018 - 01.2021
Clinical Services Coordinator
Correct Care Solutions
07.2015 - 05.2020
Utilization Review Nurse
MedSolutionsUS
08.2013 - 07.2016
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology