Lisa Stewart
Sanders,Ky
Summary
RN with extensive experience at NorthKey Community Care, excelling in patient assessment and care plan development. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and compassion, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes. Proficient in medication administration and patient education, fostering effective communication and collaboration within interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care delivery.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Trauma, mental health and Geriatric specialty.
RN with hands-on experience in Geriatric care and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Geriatric and mental health specialty.
RN
RN with background in nursing, offering valuable experience in patient care and clinical procedures. Successfully contributed to patient recovery and enhanced care protocols. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and compassionate communication.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level RN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
RN with background in nursing, offering valuable experience in patient care and clinical procedures. Successfully contributed to patient recovery and enhanced care protocols. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and compassionate communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
NorthKey Community Care
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and data collection to support nursing staff.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring safe and accurate delivery to patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for efficient information sharing.
- Educated patients and families on post-treatment care and health management practices.
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries, fostering a supportive and communicative care environment.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- And whatever else is deemed necessary to promote a good quality of life for the clients
RN Floor Nurse
Boonsprings
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and progress accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new nursing staff on departmental procedures and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Assisted in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Utilized EMR software of multiple systems to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
RN Floor Nurse
Signature HealthCare of Carrollton
08.2013 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in sterile and non sterile environment.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Contributed to reduced hospital readmissions by conducting thorough assessments and appropriately addressing patients'' concerns during their stay.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on rehab and skilled floor.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Director of MDS Services
Owenton Manor
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance MDS service delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to improve operational efficiency and service quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient assessment processes, ensuring timely care delivery.
- Analyzed performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in MDS services and patient outcomes.
- Managed budget allocations and resource optimization for MDS operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw quality assurance measures to uphold industry standards in documentation and reporting practices.
- Directed team performance evaluations, providing mentorship and guidance to promote professional development within the department.
- Enhanced staff performance by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Promoted an inclusive work culture that fostered teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect among employees at all levels of the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Henry County High School
New Castle KyAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Kentucky State University
Frankfort Ky05-2000
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Quality improvement
- Geriatric care
- Health promotion
- Community health
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Nursing informatics
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Precepting
- Physical assessments
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- Infection control measures
- Licensed RN
- Care plan development
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
- Case management
- Patient evaluation
- Complex Problem-solving
- HIPAA education
- Patient and family advocacy
- Family education
- Chronic disease management
- Cardiac care
- Intravenous therapy
- Long-term care
- Acute care expertise
- Patient care planning
- ADL assistance
- Diabetes management
- Vaccine administration
- Taking vitals
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Telemetry monitoring
- Emergency care
- Administering immunizations
- Tracheostomy care
- Critical care
- Performing ekgs
- Managing deadlines
- Patient discharge
- Medical evaluation
- IV setup
- Family advocacy
- Lab result interpretation
- Treatment Planning
- Evaluations
- Home care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Palliative care awareness
- Preventive health
- Maintaining privacy
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Medication distribution
- Medical records management
- Coordinating referrals
- Chart updating
- Personal care needs
- Intake and discharge
- Insulin medication assistance
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Call triaging
Timeline
RN
NorthKey Community Care
08.2023 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Boonsprings
06.2022 - 08.2023
Director of MDS Services
Owenton Manor
09.2019 - 09.2022
RN Floor Nurse
Signature HealthCare of Carrollton
08.2013 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Henry County High School
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Kentucky State University