Stephanie Stinson
Decatur
Summary
Results-oriented nursing professional with strong critical thinking and leadership skills. Specializes in overseeing compliance and enhancing team collaboration to improve patient care outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Arcadia Care of Watseka
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols to enhance patient care quality.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to streamline communication and decision-making.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices for nursing standards.
- Trained nursing staff on new procedures and technology to improve efficiency.
- Implemented staff performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and professional development.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
RN
Carle Foundation Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections and enhancing patient safety standards.
Director of Nursing
Goldwater Care
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted in budget management, ensuring resource allocation aligned with operational goals.
- Evaluated patient care plans to ensure alignment with individual health needs and outcomes.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork among nursing staff and departments.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Education
Associate of Science - RN
Richland Community College
Decatur, IL05-2023
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Staff scheduling
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Critical thinking
- Documentation and reporting
- Clinical documentation
- Emergency response
Accomplishments
During my first year as a new graduate nurse at Carle, I was honored to be nominated for the DAISY Nurse of the Year Award and to receive the most DAISY nominations across the hospital.
In my second year of nursing practice, I advanced into a Director of Nursing role, overseeing clinical operations and staff leadership.
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Arcadia Care of Watseka
06.2025 - 12.2025
RN
Carle Foundation Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2025
Director of Nursing
Goldwater Care
06.2023 - 06.2025
Associate of Science - RN
Richland Community College
Daisy Award - Special Recognition of Excellence of Nursing. (Year end for having the most)
As a new graduate nurse in my first year at Carle, I received the highest number of DAISY nominations hospital - wide and was nominated for DAISY Nurse of the Year. This year-end special recognition reflects my dedication to patient-centered care and excellence in nursing practice.