Stephanie L. Gant, RN BSN MSN FNP-C

765-***-**** adkec3@r.postjobfree.com Rushville, IN 46173

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of diverse experience offering comprehensive patient care. Well-versed at providing a wide range of family-focused health care services to patients of all ages, including infants, adolescents, adults and seniors. Proven ability to work well with diverse patient populations to foster trusting relationships and improve outcomes. Demonstrates critical thinking, initiative and expertise in short- and long-term care to assist patients in achieving optimum health, reduced hospitalization, and increased quality of life. Passionate about connecting patients with highly needed care resources. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare team members for optimal patient outcomes. Superior knowledge of hospital systems and modes of communication with dedication to exceptional patient care and education. Strong understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Patient Assessment • Patient Care • Pediatrics • Vitals • Gastrostomy Tubes • Teamwork • Case Management • Treatment Planning • Patient Supervision • Patient Education • Disease Management • Acute Care • Outpatient Care • Relationship Building • Problem Solving • Communication • Leadership PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MHP Major Hospital, Shelbyville, IN 01/2016 – 06/2017 & 11/2019 - Present PRN STAFF NURSE

Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units, using nursing expertise to conduct assessments, administer medications, initiate nursing and emergency interventions, contribute to care plan development and educate patients.

Analyzed and interpreted patients’ histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses and determine evidence-based treatment plans that are patient centered.

Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.

Observed patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates. MHP Major Hospital, Shelbyville, IN 08/2015 – 01/2019 & 01/2020 – Present INPATIENT ACUTE CARE CASE MANAGER

Initiated and developed the patient's plan of care which established goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing.

Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.

Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

MHP Major Hospital, Shelbyville, IN 01/2019 - 01/2020 RN CARE COORDINATOR OF FAMILY INTERNAL MEDICINE

Coordinated and completed home care visits as part of the Medicare/Medicaid Chronic Care Management program.

Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.

Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management.

Identified discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implemented prior to discharging the patient.

Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to various settings, including home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence. University Health at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, IN 12/2010 - 08/2015 STAFF NURSE & CHARGE NURSE

Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Assessed, diagnosed, and treated acute health care problems, as well as chronic health conditions.

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery. Pediatric Nursing Specialist, Indianapolis, IN 03/2010 - 11/2010 PEDIATRIC FIELD NURSE

Provided outstanding nursing care for ventilated tracheostomy pediatric patients with gastrostomy tubes within the home or school.

Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN - FNP) Indiana State University, Terra Haute, IN 01/2018 - 12/2020 Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Western Governor’s University, Salt Lake City, UT 03/2013 - 02/2015 Associate of Science in Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College Columbus, Columbus, IN 08/2007 - 12/2009 LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, & AFFILIATIONS

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Certification

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Indiana Registered Nursing License: 28188564A

State of Indiana 01/2010 - 10/2021

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification Expires: 2022 Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Expires: 2022 American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Student Member 09/2020 - Present Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Waiver Training 2020

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