STEPHANIE MARKLE

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Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult situations in a professional manner. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent communication skills.

Fluent in Spanish reading and writing

Basic Life Support ceritifed

Post-surgical care and management

Accurate and timely clinical documentation and

EMAR documentation

Chronic disease management

Insulin medication management

Intravenous therapy management

Lab result interpretation

Professional bedside manner

Medication administration/evaluation

Comprehensive and focused patient assessments,

planning, implementation and evaluation of

nursing care

Proficiency in IV setup

Care and management of colostomies,

urostomies, NG tubes, PD catheters, continuous

bladder irrigation, gastrostomy tube care,

indwelling catheters, straight catheters, IV

therapy, and wound care

Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures

Participation in resuscitation committee

Participation in preceptorship

Team work and team building

Excellent communication skills

Registered Nurse, 04/2018 to Current

Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital – San Antonio, TX Comprehensive and focused patient assessments

Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.

Monitored and administered patient medications, tracking responses to note changing conditions. Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, wound care, ostomy care, catheter insertion and airway management.

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Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle management.

Identified opportunities to improve processes and treatment, making recommendations to improve care and outcomes.

Responded to patient emergencies, including code blues and rapid response situations. Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge. Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes. Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management. Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 6 patients daily. Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.

Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.

Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures that are not limited to; nephrectomies, cholecystectomies, cystectomies, colorectal surgeries Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.

Licensed Vocational Nurse, 02/2016 to 12/2016

San Antonio Residence & Rehabilitation Center – San Antonio, TX Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients. Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support. Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities. Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to supervising Director of Nursing.

Collaborated with case managers on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow. Confirmed accurate completion of forms/reports for the admission, transfer and/or discharge of each resident.

Ensured safety and well-being of patients.

Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis. Patient Service Technician, 01/2006 to 03/2011

Laboratory Corporation of America – San Antonio, TX Proficient in venipuncture technique for all age groups Patient collection and obtaining specimens

Prepare, pack and ship specimens for processing

Blood, urine, stool, breath/saliva and alcohol testing, as well as paternity testing Maintaining steady patient flow

Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.

Minimized infection risk for patients and healthcare team members with thorough cleaning and sanitizing of rooms, equipment and devices.

Optimized daily workflow to boost patient outcomes and accomplish organizational objectives. Medical Assistant, 02/2005 to 01/2006

South Texas Ears, Nose and Throat – San Antonio, TX Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.

Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight. Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies. Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.

Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment. Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing. Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation. Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes. Submitted prescriptions to pharmacy via phone, fax or web. Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations. Medical Assistant, 07/2003 to 02/2005

Texas Med Clinic – San Antonio, TX

Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight. Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies. Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.

Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment. Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies. Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation. Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens. Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes. Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation. Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills. Eൽඎർൺඍ ඈඇ

Associate of Science: Nursing, 2018

Galen College of Nursing - San Antonio, TX

Professional development completed in Associates of Science Licensed Vocation Nurse, 2015

St. Philip's College - San Antonio, TX

Nursing Science

Odessa College - Odessa, TX

Medical Assistant, 2002

Career Point College - San Antonio, TX

Basic Life Support

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