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Theresa Stanley

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Certified nurse practitioner with expertise the field. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GI Nurse Practitioner

SAVAHCS
TUCSON, AZ
08.2002 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care to GI patients, including assessment and management of symptoms.
  • Educated patients and families about diagnosis, treatment plan and post-procedure instructions.
  • Provide pre- and post-liver transplant monitoring and care.
  • Assist with gastroenterology service consult management.
  • Assist in any way needed during GI Fellow clinic.
  • Resource for institutional knowledge for department, when possible.

Staff Nurse

SAVAHCS
Tucson, Arizona
10.1984 - 07.2002
  • Participated in research activities related to evidence-based practice initiatives.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
  • Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
  • Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
  • Staff and charge nurse for 3 years on general medicine ward (1 North). Staff and charge nurse in MICU/CCU for five years. Lead and staff nurse in GI lab from 1992 to 2002. Involved in maintaining equipment, staffing, and scheduling for the lab and associated clinics.

Staff Nurse

DePaul Hospital
Cheyenne, Wyoming
09.1980 - 10.1984
  • Staff nurse on general medicine, surgery, and pediatric wards for one year.

  • Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
  • Emergency room staff nurse involved in all aspects of care in urgent care and trauma areas, also active with the Wyoming Poison Center, which was located in the E. D. at that time.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05-2002

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix
Tucson, AZ
05-1992

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, WY
05-1980

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Needs Assessment
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Patient Examination
  • Documentation
  • Student Precepting
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Care Coordination
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Decision-Making
  • Time Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Treatment Plan Modification
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Self Motivation
  • Professionalism
  • Nursing Performance Assessment
  • Adaptability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Education
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Specialized Healthcare Referrals
  • Diagnostic Test Ordering
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Community Program Referrals
  • Diagnostic Test Evaluations

Accomplishments

  • Associate Clinician of the Year 2005 and 2016.
  • Daisy Award January 2024

Certification

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners current.
  • 1986 State Board of Nursing- AZ- Current and in good standing. NP Certification
  • 1980 State Board of Nursing-Wyoming- Currently inactive.

Timeline

GI Nurse Practitioner

SAVAHCS
08.2002 - Current

Staff Nurse

SAVAHCS
10.1984 - 07.2002

Staff Nurse

DePaul Hospital
09.1980 - 10.1984

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Laramie County Community College

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