Stephen Wood
Jim Thorpe,PA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Articulate and thoughtful communication skills. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Previous experience in a DPT program that brings a passion and knowledge of short term rehabilitation. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven with previous leadership experience. Will be willing to provide patient centered care to a diverse population for decades to come.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Supervisor and Float Nurse
Mahoning Valley Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Lehighton, PA (On-Site)
09.2019 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 3 nurses and support personnel.
- Supervised staff of 1-2 registered nurses, 3-4 licensed practical nurses and 6-14 certified nursing assistants.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and answered questions for thorough home care plans.
- Investigated and reported all incidents per facility policies.
- Assessed residents to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
St Luke's University Health Network
St Luke's Lehighton Campus (On-Site)
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Performed nursing assessments and duties to attend to patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Liaised with physicians to coordinate and assist with patient examinations and treatments.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2009
Skills
- Medicare Compliance
- Disease Prevention Education
- Seasoned in Medical Clinical Procedures
- Inpatient Services
- Policy Enforcement
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Staff Assignments
- Clinical Staff Management
- Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
- Rehabilitation Programs
- Acute Rehabilitation
Certification
- CPR Certified
Passionate about nutrition and health and wellness
Obtained minors in nutrition and psychology while in undergraduate studies at WCU. I have kept my personal health well regulated and continue to physically exercise and experiment with healthy recipes in the kitchen to this day. I am passionate about bringing any and all knowledge that I have to offer to patients and colleagues, as well as maintaining a life long learning mindset.
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor and Float Nurse
Mahoning Valley Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2019 - Current
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
St Luke's University Health Network
08.2016 - 09.2019
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Shenandoah University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Bachelor of Science - Professional Studies
West Chester University of Pennsylvania