Lisa Stewart
RN, AGACNP-BC, CWON
Arlington,TX
Summary
Intelligent Advanced Practice Registered Nurse versed in conducting in-depth clinical and health assessments and providing consultation for Acute and Chronic illnesses. Experienced in providing quality care which focus on disease prevention and health promotion.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
7
7
years of post-secondary education
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, CWON
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
Fort Worth , TX
03.2011 - Current
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Designed pouch systems to assist in wound draining and recovery.
- Offered emotional support to patients and family members experiencing trauma.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Maintained comprehensive understanding of genitourinary, gastrointestinal and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
- Prevented skin deterioration against formidable odds using ground-breaking technology.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Advised patients on proper nutrition and offered holistic solutions to severe conditions.
- Maintained impeccable hospital cleanliness and sanitation for most effective treatment of wounds.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Provided consultation, education and counseling to patients, staff and physicians regarding wound and ostomy needs.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Disseminated instructions for primary home caregivers and patients in preparation for discharge from hospital.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
RN, CCRN, CWON
Medical Center of Arlington
Arlington, TX
01.1997 - 01.2011
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Counseled patients and families on treatments and care options, including discharge and home care instructions.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Documented work in Meditech and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
- Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
- Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
RN, CCRN Medical Respiratory Intensive Care Unit
Parkland Memorial Hospital
Dallas, TX
01.1991 - 01.1995
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
MSN - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
01.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
06.1989 - 05.1991
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
05.1982 - 08.1984
Skills
Teaching
Patient-focused care
Patient Assessments
Wound care specialist
Patient Management
Inpatient care
Chronic disease management
Certification
AGACNP-BC 2020
Timeline
University Of Texas Arlington - MSN, Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
01.2018 - 08.2020
RN, CWON - Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
03.2011 - Current
RN, CCRN, CWON - Medical Center of Arlington
01.1997 - 01.2011
RN, CCRN Medical Respiratory Intensive Care Unit - Parkland Memorial Hospital
01.1991 - 01.1995
Texas Women’s University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
06.1989 - 05.1991
University Of Texas Arlington - Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
05.1982 - 08.1984