Elizabeth Steffan
Mcdonald,PA
Summary
Dedicated Oncology/Hospice/Medical-Surgical RN with a proven track record at St. Clair Health, excelling in compassionate care and medication administration. Achieved enhanced patient outcomes through effective collaboration and evidence-based interventions. Skilled in empathetic patient communication and critical thinking, consistently improving satisfaction and safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology/Hospice/Medical-Surgical RN
St. Clair Health
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on disease processes, treatment options, self-care techniques, and medications to promote informed decision making.
- Enhanced patient safety through vigilant monitoring and assessment of vital signs, lab values, and symptoms.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with various cancer types and stages.
- Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Delegates to other care professionals appropriately.
Nursing Assistant
St. Clair Health
09.2019 - 01.2023
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Washington Health System School of Nursing
Washington, PA12-2023
Skills
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Pain control
- Physician communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Time management
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound management
- Diabetes management
- HIPAA protocol adherence
Timeline
Oncology/Hospice/Medical-Surgical RN
St. Clair Health
01.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant
St. Clair Health
09.2019 - 01.2023
Diploma - Nursing
Washington Health System School of Nursing
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