Stephen Slabodnick
Queen Creek
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience in fast-paced emergency room settings. Expertise in patient assessment, critical care, and swift decision-making ensures optimal outcomes in high-pressure situations. Committed to fostering teamwork and reliability while adeptly adapting to evolving needs. A compassionate and precise approach to care enhances the overall patient experience and supports effective team collaboration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
- Assessed and triaged patients to prioritize care based on severity of conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols for patient safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored junior nurses in emergency procedures, enhancing team proficiency and patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient education on discharge procedures, ensuring understanding of follow-up care requirements.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately and facilitate communication among staff.
- Responded effectively to critical situations, employing advanced clinical skills to stabilize patients under pressure.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Ensured continuity of care by thoroughly documenting vital information in electronic health records systems for seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
05.2019 - 04.2023
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that streamlined emergency response processes, increasing efficiency.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Optimized resource utilization in the ER by managing supplies inventory levels and identifying opportunities to reduce waste.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Registered Nurse
BANNER DESERT MEDICAL CENTER
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
- Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments.
Phlebotomist
SONORA QUEST LABORATORY/BANNER DESERT MEDICAL CENTER
01.2013 - 03.2018
- Collect fluid or tissue samples, using appropriate collection procedures.
- Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.
- Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.
- Document route of specimens from collection to laboratory analysis and diagnosis.
- Draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Train other medical personnel in phlebotomy or laboratory techniques.
Phlebotomist
TEMPE ST LUKE'S MEDICAL CENTER
01.2008 - 10.2012
- Collect fluid or tissue samples, using appropriate collection procedures.
- Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.
- Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.
- Document route of specimens from collection to laboratory analysis and diagnosis.
- Draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
- Collect specimens at specific time intervals for tests, such as those assessing therapeutic drug levels.
- Conduct standards tests, such as blood alcohol, blood culture, oral glucose tolerance, glucose screening, blood smears, or peak and trough drug levels tests.
- Enter patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer.
- Process blood or other fluid samples for further analysis by other medical professionals.
- Train other medical personnel in phlebotomy or laboratory techniques.
Mechanic
LANDIS CYCLERY
11.2003 - 01.2008
Education
ADN - Nursing
Pima Medical Institute
Mesa, AZ05.2017
A.S. - Exercise Wellness
Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ05.2014
Certification - Phlebotomy
Pima Medical Institute
Mesa, AZ11.2007
A.S. - Anthropology
Columbus St Community College
Columbus, OH05.2001
Skills
- Emergency care
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Trauma nursing
- Airway management
- Patient stabilization
- Patient safety
- EKG interpretation
- Health promotion
- New hire precepting
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- Privacy and confidentiality
- Trauma care
- Advanced Trauma Critical Nurse (ATCN)
- Emergency triage
- Vital signs monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication and IV administration
- Student precepting
Certification
ACLS
BLS
PALS
ATCN
TNCC
NIHSS
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
05.2019 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
BANNER DESERT MEDICAL CENTER
04.2018 - 05.2019
Phlebotomist
SONORA QUEST LABORATORY/BANNER DESERT MEDICAL CENTER
01.2013 - 03.2018
Phlebotomist
TEMPE ST LUKE'S MEDICAL CENTER
01.2008 - 10.2012
Mechanic
LANDIS CYCLERY
11.2003 - 01.2008
A.S. - Exercise Wellness
Mesa Community College
Certification - Phlebotomy
Pima Medical Institute
A.S. - Anthropology
Columbus St Community College
ADN - Nursing
Pima Medical Institute