STEVEN LAVERN DARY
Piedmont
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional with an advanced degree and experience necessary to independently evaluate and care for adult patients. Highly knowledgeable about diverse acute and chronic concerns. Detail-oriented and thorough in assessing and caring for patients. Successful Nurse Practitioner with extensive background in patient care and nursing practice. Thoroughly reviews records, assesses patients, and checks laboratory results to build effective treatment plans. Quality-driven and compassionate with skills in patient relations and care management. Capable Nurse Practitioner experienced working in challenging environments. Excited about opportunity to take next career step with Black Hills Surgical Hospital.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
West River Mental Health=Pivot Point
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Strengthened relationships with patients'' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout the treatment process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated care transitions by establishing discharge plans in collaboration with other professionals involved in the patient''s treatment journey.
- Strengthened patient safety measures, effectively reducing occurrence of self-harm or harm to others within treatment facility.
- Fostered strong relationships with external mental health resources, ensuring patients had access to comprehensive support networks post-discharge.
- Advocated for patient rights and autonomy in treatment decisions, ensuring ethical standards were upheld in all aspects of psychiatric care.
- Conducted risk assessments for potentially dangerous behaviors, implementing preventative strategies to protect patients and staff.
- Cultivated culture of empathy and respect within psychiatric unit, positively impacting patient satisfaction and team morale.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Nurse Practitioner
Complete Health
04.2019 - 06.2024
- Supported comprehensive patient care, assessing and formulating treatment plans to address medical, social, and behavioral needs
- Completed physical assessments of patients via face-to-face and remote approaches
- Helped elevate quality of clinical care delivery by assisting with staff reviews and contributing advanced practice expertise in team meetings
- Enhanced outcomes by educating and guiding patients and family members through diverse diagnoses and treatments
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Developed strong relationships with local specialists to facilitate seamless referral processes when advanced care was required for patients'' wellbeing.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
- Advocated for patients to ensure they received necessary resources and support from healthcare providers and insurance companies alike.
- Improved patient satisfaction with personalized care plans, involving patients in decision-making processes.
Hospitilist Service Clinical Coordinator
Monument Health
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Monitoring length of stay, including issue tracking, validation, communication, Service recovery, Physician support/coaching, patient satisfaction
- Surveying of patients/care team, paperwork requests including but not limited to Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA), Disability, and Return to work notes
- Communicate and educate on clinical processes, computer navigation, and process Improvement Support for Department/Organization Initiatives and Transitional Support for Skilled Nursing Facility
Case Manager
Monument Health
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Improved overall care by contributing to regular meetings discussing complex cases and procedural updates
- Determined eligibility for services based on personal interviews and in-depth reviews of medical histories
- Developed appropriate care plans based on current standards of practice and facility guidelines
- Improved case management strategies through training and continuing education
- Utilization Review, coordination of authorization/compliance for hospitalization
- Funding options for patients
Staff Nurse
Monument Health
05.2003 - 07.2015
- Implemented care plans according to patient needs and priorities
- Provided non-intravenous medications and monitored side effects
- Used research and evidence-based practices to support improvement in clinical care
- Formulated daily goals and care plans for patients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SDBachelor of Science - Human Biology
Chadron State College
Chadron, NENo Degree - Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
State of South Dakota DSS Social Services
700 Governors Drive Pierre South Dakota01-2025
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
South University
Savannah, GA05-2015
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Patient Examination
- Diagnostic Testing
- Patient Referrals
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Chronic Disease Management
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Problem-solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control measures
- Positive attitude
Certification
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGPCNP-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
West River Mental Health=Pivot Point
06.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Complete Health
04.2019 - 06.2024
Hospitilist Service Clinical Coordinator
Monument Health
08.2017 - 04.2019
Case Manager
Monument Health
07.2015 - 08.2017
Staff Nurse
Monument Health
05.2003 - 07.2015
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGPCNP-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Chadron State College
No Degree - Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
State of South Dakota DSS Social Services
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
South University
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