STEPHANIE DRAGO
Cameron Park
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse trained in monitoring and caring for patients with diverse needs. Familiar with updating charts, tracking vitals and preparing biological samples. Safety-oriented and knowledgeable about infection control and prevention protocols. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical and detail-oriented.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Special Procedures
Marshall - Cameron Park Surgery Center
Cameron Park
03.2025 - Current
- Educated patients on pre-procedure and post-procedure instructions.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding infection control practices before, during and after endoscopic procedures.
- Provided care to patients with a variety of gastrointestinal issues including ulcers, GERD, IBD and colorectal cancer.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care delivery throughout the procedure.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative patient education.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Registered Nurse Outpatient Surgery & Infusion
Marshall Medical Center
Placerville
07.2022 - 03.2025
- Assess and admit patient for procedure and/or surgery. Medication reconciliation, place IV, administer pre procedure medications. Monitor vital signs, communicate and coordinate with all other disciplines; Surgeons, OR nurse, PACU, Anesthesiologist, Aide.
- Recover patient after surgery until appropriate for discharge. Provide education and discharge instructions.
- Infusion: administer blood products, antibiotics, IV hydration, biologics, injections or any other ordered medication. Place IV's, competent in PORT/PICC/Midline care.
Registered Nurse
Snowline Hospice
Diamond Springs
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Provided guidance to family members regarding grief counseling resources available within community. Educated patients and families about hospice philosophy, care process, and end-of-life issues.
- Advocated for needs of each individual patient while adhering to ethical principles regarding end-of-life decision making processes.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Hospice Department Clerk
Kaiser Permanente
Roseville
08.2018 - 03.2024
- Interacts with members by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Communicates with Medical Directors, Registered Nurses, Medical Social Workers, Chaplains, Home Health Aides.
- Facilitates all clinical schedules.
- Operates Health Connect, eDME, Allscripts, Foundations, Microsoft Teams.
Registered Nurse Med Surg
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Roseville
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Provide care, treatment and support to my patients. Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, administer medications, care coordination, educated patients on preventive care and lifestyle choices to improve overall health.
- Initiated emergency interventions in response to sudden changes in patient condition or acute medical emergencies.
- Alleviated patient fears of treatments using kind, empathetic communication.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Butte College
Oroville, CASkills
- ACLS/BLS/CPR Certification
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient assessment
- Documentation compliance
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct nursing care
- Emotional intelligence
- Infection control
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Special Procedures
Marshall - Cameron Park Surgery Center
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Snowline Hospice
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse Outpatient Surgery & Infusion
Marshall Medical Center
07.2022 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse Med Surg
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
04.2022 - 08.2022
Hospice Department Clerk
Kaiser Permanente
08.2018 - 03.2024
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Butte College