Jennifer Stedman
Elwood
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Detox Nurse
Recovery Works
Martinsville
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Performed vital signs assessments including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
- Educated patients about healthy dietary choices that will promote recovery from substance abuse disorders.
- Offered support to family members of patients undergoing detoxification therapy.
- Monitored patient progress and reported any changes or concerns to the supervising physician promptly.
- Implemented safety measures such as providing constant supervision when necessary.
- Administered medications to patients in accordance with physician orders.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided, documenting all treatments administered.
- Provided resources for community support groups or aftercare programs available in the area.
- Encouraged positive coping strategies such as relaxation techniques or meditation to help relieve stress during the detoxification process.
- Observed patient behavior and assessed emotional well-being throughout the detoxification process.
- Provided patient education on the detoxification process and health management techniques.
- Assessed and monitored patients for signs of withdrawal symptoms.
- Assisted in administering drug tests according to established protocols.
LPN Field Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Newburgh
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted with medication administration and monitoring patient vital signs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient services and resources.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for managing patient information efficiently.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed and implemented nursing care plans, and monitored progress.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and documented vitals, medical histories, medications and changes in health, including reactions to medications and treatment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records using electronic medical record systems.
- Advocated for patients, ensuring needs were met in accordance with personal beliefs and preferences.
- Provided direct patient care including wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, assessments, and treatments.
LPN, Private Duty
A Caring Hand, LLC
Noblesville
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the plan of care for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control policies and procedures designed to prevent cross contamination.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to home health nursing practice.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques including wound care, medication administration, nutrition, hygiene and disease prevention measures.
- Utilized available resources from community agencies when needed for additional support services for clients.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating all pertinent information regarding client's status to other healthcare providers involved in their treatment plan.
- Performed direct patient care such as bathing, dressing changes, catheterization management, tube feedings .
- Ensured safety of patients while providing quality nursing care services in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
- Developed positive relationships with families by providing education about health maintenance activities for their loved ones.
- Provided instruction on use of durable medical equipment such as oxygen tanks and nebulizers for improved quality of life at home.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Obtained medical assistance, equipment and community resources for optimal patient success with medical interventions.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
LPN Office Nurse
Riverview Health
Westfield
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Assessed patient needs and prioritized care based on severity of condition.
- Collaborated with medical staff to develop effective treatment plans for patients.
- Documented patient histories and maintained accurate medical records using EMR systems.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers effectively.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety in the clinic environment.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge in triage practices.
- Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
- Prioritized multiple tasks to accommodate urgent requests for assistance from the emergency department.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Instructed patients on self-care techniques, medications, diet plans, disease processes.
- Educated staff members on triage protocols and best practices for managing acutely ill patients.
- Analyzed discussed symptoms with established protocols to determine patient acuity.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Utilized EHR systems effectively for documentation purposes in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN12-2004
Associate of Business - Accounting
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-2000
High School Diploma -
Clinton Central Jr. Sr. HS
Michigantown, IN05-1996
Skills
- Therapeutic communication
- Mental health support
- Substance abuse
- Clinical documentation
- Nursing care planning
- Detoxification process
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Medical detoxification
- Administer medications
- Specimen collection
- Conflict resolution
- Wound care
- Interpersonal communication
- Immunization administration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Detox Nurse
Recovery Works
07.2025 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - 06.2024
LPN, Private Duty
A Caring Hand, LLC
06.2022 - 12.2023
LPN Office Nurse
Riverview Health
10.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Business - Accounting
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Clinton Central Jr. Sr. HS
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