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Teresa Stillman

Grand Rapids

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

MediLodge of Grand Rapids
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Supervised CNAs and coordinated resident care plans
  • Performed wound care, assessments, and medication administration
  • Managed admissions, assessments, and rehab unit care

LPN - Postoperative Unit

U of M Health-West
Wyoming
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Delivered safe, high-quality care to post-op patients in a fast-paced recovery environment
  • Provided discharge teaching and pain management education to ensure patient safety
  • Administered medications, monitored for adverse reactions, assisted with cardiac sheath removals

LPN - Agency & Skilled Nursing Roles

St. Ann's Home, ShiftKey, Covenant Village
02.2023 - 06.2024
  • Delivered compassionate care across diverse long-term care settings.
  • Administered medications while effectively monitoring patient responses.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.

Office Nurse

Grand River Gastroenterology
08.2017 - 02.2022
  • Educated patients on GI diagnoses, procedures, and lifestyle adjustments
  • Scheduled procedures, managed prescription refills, and coordinated pre-authorizations

Triage Nurse

Orthopedic Associates
12.2020 - 08.2021
  • Conducted telephone triage and orthopedic care navigation
  • Facilitated pre-op and post-op patient education, medication instructions, and follow-up care

Phone Triage Nurse

Mercy Health Physician Partners
01.2011 - 01.2017
  • Supported family practice patients with triage, patient teaching, and immunizations
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to manage chronic and acute concerns

Home Health Nurse - Pediatrics

01.2003 - 01.2011
  • Delivered individualized nursing care in home environments
  • Adjusted care plans based on ongoing assessment and family collaboration

Psychiatric Medication Nurse

Forest View Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Administered medications and participated in treatment planning
  • Supported psychiatric patients with de-escalation techniques and therapeutic engagement

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2025

Bachelor of Arts - English, Minor: Writing

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
01.2010

Associate of Arts - English Emphasis

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2007

Licensed Practical Nurse Certification -

Grand Rapids Educational Center
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2000

Skills

  • BLS and CPR certified
  • Proficient in EHR systems
  • Medication administration expertise
  • Wound care proficiency
  • Discharge education skills
  • Triage capabilities
  • Interdisciplinary communication
  • Patient education
  • Care plan coordination
  • Wound care management

Certifications And Skills

  • BLS/CPR Certified
  • Proficient in multiple EHR systems
  • Skilled in medication administration, wound care, discharge education, triage, and interdisciplinary communication

About

Graduate Nurse | Experienced LPN | Patient-Centered Caregiver

Certification

  • BLS certification
  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

MediLodge of Grand Rapids
01.2025 - 06.2025

LPN - Postoperative Unit

U of M Health-West
01.2024 - 02.2025

LPN - Agency & Skilled Nursing Roles

St. Ann's Home, ShiftKey, Covenant Village
02.2023 - 06.2024

Triage Nurse

Orthopedic Associates
12.2020 - 08.2021

Office Nurse

Grand River Gastroenterology
08.2017 - 02.2022

Phone Triage Nurse

Mercy Health Physician Partners
01.2011 - 01.2017

Home Health Nurse - Pediatrics

01.2003 - 01.2011

Psychiatric Medication Nurse

Forest View Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2003

Associate Degree - Nursing

Grand Rapids Community College

Bachelor of Arts - English, Minor: Writing

Grand Valley State University

Associate of Arts - English Emphasis

Grand Rapids Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse Certification -

Grand Rapids Educational Center