Steven Zortman
Marysville,Ohio
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Summary
Dedicated Diabetes Care and Educaiton Specialist with proven expertise in treatment protocols, patient assessments and preventive strategies. Coordinates highly effective education programs to address needs of people living with diabetes (both type 1 and type 2) and reduce burden on healthcare systems. Offers excellent communication, education and support to people with diabetes and their families regarding how to successfully incorporate managing diabetes into their lives.
Skills
- Community Advocate
- Curriculum Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Training Seminars
- Decision-Making
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Analytical Thinking
- Materials Preparation
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Team Building
- Problem-Solving
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Analytical Skills
- Material Preparation
- Presentation Skills
- Resource Advocacy
- Interpersonal Communication
- Program Development
- Excellent Communication
- Training Coordination
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Self Motivation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH12.2017
Associate of Technical Studies - Medical Assisting
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH09.2011
Professional Accomplishments
Vice President, Franklin County Chapter of Medical Assistants, 05/2014 - 05/2015
Community Service
- JDRF Type One Nation Summit Parent Panelist - 02/2024
- JDRF One Walk - Fundraising for Type 1 Diabetes Research - Oct. 2013 - Present
- Operation Feed - 2015 - Present
- Be The Reason Campaign - Fundraising for Nationwide Children’s Hospital - 2014 - Present
Certification
Ohio Board of Nursing: RN.447249 - Feb. 2021 - Present
Psychiatric Mental Health Registered Nurse – Board Certified (PMHRN-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) - June 2021
Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) – Oct 2011 – Oct. 2021
National Safety Council Blood Bourne and Airborne Pathogens – Oct 2010
American Red Cross First Aid – Responding to Emergencies – May 2011
American Heart Association BLS (CPR and AED) – Oct 2023
Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists – July 2021 - Present
Work History
Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Nationwide Children's
Columbus, OH
07.2021 - Current
- New Onset Diabetes Education - Inpatient and Outpatient
- Follow-up Diabetes Education - New Onset/CGM, Pattern Management, Insulin Pump
- Phone triage
- Diabetes Re-education - Inpatient and Outpatient
- Precepting and Onboarding New Diabetes Nurse Educators
- Creating and Updating Education Material
- Diabetes Conference Presentations - Type 1 Diabetes: A Parents Perspective (2022), Diabetes Burnout, Diabetes Distress and Depression (2023)
Registered Nurse
Memorial Urgent Care
Marysville, OH
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
Columbus, OH
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Safety Coach
- Precepting and Onboarding new employees
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
Columbus, OH
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
Columbus, OH
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Certified Medical Assistant
Nationwide Children's
Columbus, OH
05.2014 - 02.2018
- Data Entry – Vanderbilt, PHQ-9, SCARED Forms
- Precepting and Onboarding new employees, Safety Coach
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Certified Medical Assistant
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Dublin, OH
07.2012 - 05.2014
- Safety Coach
- Precepting and Onboarding new employees
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Certified Medical Assistant
Central Ohio Pulmonary Disease and Sleep Medicine
Columbus, OH
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Chest X-Ray (GxMO)
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
Timeline
Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Nationwide Children's
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
04.2020 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse
Memorial Urgent Care
08.2019 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
07.2018 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
02.2018 - 07.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Nationwide Children's
05.2014 - 02.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
07.2012 - 05.2014
Certified Medical Assistant
Central Ohio Pulmonary Disease and Sleep Medicine
08.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Associate of Technical Studies - Medical Assisting
Columbus State Community College
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