Marni Stroud
Hardinsburg
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Behavioral health and case management. Proven expertise in medication administration and patient advocacy, enhancing care quality and patient satisfaction. Skilled in behavioral management, I effectively collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans, significantly improving patient outcomes and fostering a supportive environment. Have a number of years of supervisory experience in a health care setting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Caregiver
Elite Home Healthcare Services
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored client health status, reporting changes to healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with families to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medications as prescribed, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Documented daily activities and care provided, ensuring accurate record-keeping for healthcare teams.
- Adapted quickly to changing client needs, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approach.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies by implementing appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system, ensuring they received appropriate services and resources.
Home Health Aide
Personal Quality Care
05.2018 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety in home environments.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored vital signs to maintain patient health.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals for optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated transportation and appointments for patients, enhancing access to necessary medical services.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
Registered Nurse
Life Springs Community Mental Health
02.2019 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication instructions, and post-discharge care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions effectively.
- Streamlined documentation processes to enhance accuracy and compliance within electronic health record systems.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall patient care standards across multiple departments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety protocols and reduced hospital readmission rates.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Meadows Behavioral Health
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Administered psychotropic medications, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and monitoring for side effects.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs effectively.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying mental health issues and formulating appropriate interventions.
- Led crisis intervention sessions, utilizing de-escalation techniques to manage high-stress situations safely.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, sharing best practices in behavioral health management and patient care strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices that improved patient outcomes and enhanced therapeutic relationships.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and fostering a safe environment for expression.
Nursing Case Management
Aetna
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations to enhance health outcomes.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends and optimize resource allocation for effective case management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless transitions of care and continuity in services.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to care plans.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency within nursing practices.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to meet evolving needs.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to maintain accurate documentation and facilitate communication among providers.
- Developed strong relationships with community resources, expediting access to needed services for patients and families.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent monitoring of documentation standards and adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Consistently met departmental goals for timely completion of assessments, care plan updates, and discharge planning activities.
- Fostered a culture of collaboration within the healthcare team by maintaining open lines of communication and actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings.
- Proactively addressed potential gaps in care by assessing patients'' social determinants of health and coordinating appropriate supports to meet their needs.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within the nursing case management department, consistently looking for opportunities to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Supported successful transitions between healthcare settings by coordinating the transfer of patients to appropriate levels of care.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
- Streamlined case management processes by maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Contributed to the development of best practice guidelines in nursing case management within the organization.
- Strengthened continuity of care across healthcare providers by acting as a liaison between primary care providers, specialists, and other healthcare services.
- Managed a diverse caseload successfully, prioritizing high-risk patients for focused interventions and follow-up support.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Clark Memorial Hospital
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Evaluated treatment efficacy through regular follow-ups, adjusting care strategies based on patient progress and feedback.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
- Streamlined documentation processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy of patient records.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for acute behavioral health situations, ensuring patient safety and proper treatment implementation.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system by maintaining confidentiality standards, addressing ethical concerns when necessary.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through consistent communication with healthcare team members, resulting in more comprehensive patient care.
- Promoted self-care among patients through the teaching of effective coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to facilitate peer support, coping skill development, and emotional expression among patients.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to adjust medication regimens, optimizing therapeutic effectiveness while minimizing side effects.
- Coordinated closely with case managers to ensure seamless transitions between levels of care for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the hospital setting.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Wellstone Regional Hospital
12.2008 - 03.2013
- Served as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education regarding behavioral health best practices and current research findings.
- Supported newly hired nursing staff through mentorship, guiding clinical practice standards, policies, and procedures specific to the field of behavioral health.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up support for patients transitioning to outpatient care.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and community resources to promote informed decision-making.
- Facilitated family involvement in the recovery process by offering psychoeducational sessions designed to increase understanding of the patient's diagnosis and treatment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln College
Lincoln, Illinois, ILSkills
- Behavioral management
- Medical equipment operation
- Respite care
- Medication administration
- Behavioral support
- First aid and safety
- Interpersonal communication
- Medical charting
- Client documentation
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Home Health Caregiver
Elite Home Healthcare Services
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Life Springs Community Mental Health
02.2019 - 06.2025
Home Health Aide
Personal Quality Care
05.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Meadows Behavioral Health
09.2016 - 02.2018
Nursing Case Management
Aetna
03.2015 - 03.2016
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Clark Memorial Hospital
03.2013 - 03.2015
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Wellstone Regional Hospital
12.2008 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln College