Sandra Stephenson
Swanview,WA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Manager with a proven track record at My Flex Health, enhancing patient care through critical thinking and quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in staff leadership and development, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction scores. Demonstrated excellence in clinical supervision and emergency response, fostering a collaborative and achievement-oriented environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
My Flex Health
10.2024 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
Community Health Nurse
ELIGARD / Aesir Health
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Communicated with physicians and practitioners for patient care concerns to obtain orders and intervention protocols.
- Managed my own bookings, ensuring timely administration of subcutaneous injections and reducing testosterone produced and lowering Prostate specific antigen levels in prostate cancer clients..
- Participated in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in community health nursing.
Nurse Educator
CSL Behring
11.2020 - Current
- Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction promote client independence in the home.
- Increased collaboration among clients , promoting shared decision-making and improved client outcomes through targeted educational initiatives.
- Established a supportive learning environment by providing guidance to clients.
- Assessed competency levels , identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions for clients performing infusions their home.
Clinical Nurse Leader
My Flex
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Contributed to performance improvement projects by identifying areas where nursing care could be enhanced and suggesting solutions for implementation.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that resulted in increased efficiency and reduced errors in clinical practice.
- Supported colleagues through peer consultation on challenging cases for improved problem-solving approaches in patient care management.
- Incorporated opportunities for professional development within the nursing team through ongoing education sessions on relevant topics such as medication administration best practices or new technologies available in the field.
- Maintained thorough documentation of assessments, treatments, interventions, and responses for accurate recordkeeping purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans and ensure continuity of care.
- Streamlined nursing team communication for improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Community Health Nurse
My Flex Health
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Communicated with physicians and practitioners for patient care concerns to obtain orders and intervention protocols.
- Participated in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in community health nursing.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients'' families, facilitating communication and fostering trust.
- Provided case management services for high-risk populations such as pregnant women, infants, elderly individuals, and those with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
- Discussed individualized education to answer questions for patient and family.
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
Clinical Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2024
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA01-2011
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Critical thinking
- Quality improvement
- Staff leadership
- Staff development
- Clinical supervision
- Patient education and advocacy
- Direct patient care
- Emergency response
Accomplishments
2023 20 years Certificate for nursing services Royal Perth Hospital
2023 Certificate of Appreciation WAPOL for assisting at an accident
Certification
- AHPRA - State Board of Nursing. NMW0001669246
Timeline
Nurse Manager
My Flex Health
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse Leader
My Flex
08.2024 - 10.2024
Community Health Nurse
My Flex Health
01.2024 - 08.2024
Community Health Nurse
ELIGARD / Aesir Health
01.2022 - Current
Nurse Educator
CSL Behring
11.2020 - Current
Clinical Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edith Cowan University
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