Tricia Stechauner

• Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
• Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
• Performed daily machine maintenance, including water testing and filter replacement.
• Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
• Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
• Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
• Reviewed lab values prior to each dialysis treatment to ensure accuracy of data entered into the EMR system.
• Participated in quality assurance activities within the department by reviewing policies and procedures and providing feedback for improvement.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
• Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
• Communicated effectively with physicians regarding patient status updates.
• Responded quickly in emergency situations by administering advanced life support procedures as needed.

• Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
• Provided direct care to psychiatric patients in an acute inpatient setting.
• Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
• Administered medication, monitored effectiveness, and adjusted dosages as needed.
• Initiated crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
• Conducted group therapy sessions for patients with various mental health issues.
• Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition.
• Educated patients on self-care strategies such as stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
• Facilitated family meetings to promote understanding of the patient's diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Developed discharge plans that included referrals for community services such as housing or job training programs.
• Observed behavior of patients to assess their mental state and identify potential risks or safety concerns.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss ongoing cases and review relevant data points.
• Assisted with admission paperwork including gathering medical histories from new patients.
• Responded promptly and professionally to emergency situations involving psychiatric patients.
• Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
• Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.

Worked as a triage nurse in the behavioral health outpatient clinic.

Worked in the partial hospitalization program for behavioral health.

• Registered nurse supervisor
• Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services in 30 bed Rehab sub acute unit.
• Routinely worked with documentation of medication and assessments in electronic systems.
• Trained multiple new employed RN's to sub acute and long term units.
• Trained in patient admission and discharge planning.
• Educated patients regarding their condition, prognosis and therapeutic interventions.
• Evaluated effectiveness of treatments based on patient's response to intervention.
• Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings including acute care, long-term care, home health and outpatient clinics.
• Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
• Monitored vital signs, administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Assessed patients to determine rehabilitation needs, developed individualized treatment plans and provided education on lifestyle modifications.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments and progress notes in accordance with regulatory standards.

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• Recorded patients medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records with electronic charting in EPIC and ICARE.
• Monitored post-opt assessments, set up PCA, fluids and medications to multiple post surgical patients.
• Reviewed and promptly followed M.D. orders including dressing changes and assisting bedside procedures.
• Educated patients and families with necessary post operative care and training, while actively listening and answering questions within the scope of nursing.

• Provided excellent customer service with strong communication skills.
• Advanced computer scheduling in EPIC along with medical documentation physicians.
• Advanced medical terminology and HIPPA law knowledge in a multi specialty clinic.