CHERYL SZCZEPANIAK
N. CHESTERFIELD,Virginia
Summary
- Highly experienced RN with two decades in electrophysiology, specializing in device clinic oversight, remote monitoring workflows, and coordination of complex EP procedures. Demonstrated success in managing high-volume scheduling, ensuring seamless pre- and post-procedure care, and maintaining efficient communication between EP physicians, nursing staff, and device reps. Recognized for excellent patient care, thorough documentation, and therapeutic communication
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
EP Clinical Coordinator
HCA
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinate patient scheduling for EP procedures (ablations, pacemaker/ICD implants, studies...) Responsible for scheduling/rooming 130 device patients on clinic days
- Please make sure patients receive proper pre-procedure instructions. Medication teaching, PAT testing, and imaging
- Point of contact for patients, providers, hospital, Cath lab, and device reps
- Clinical support: review orders, ensure all necessary documentation is complete. Insurance authorization
- Track/manage patient data related to procedures/implanted devices.
- EP lab operations/scheduling. Responsible for scheduling up to 6- procedures in the Cath lab on procedure days
- documentation, compliance, and quality
- Device management and support
- Administration/Program Coordination
- Patient Education/triage/rooming and checking in patients
Licensed Practical Nurse Team Lead
Capital Area Health Network
07.2020 - Current
- Responsible for the development policy's/procedures for the new Cardiology department at Capital Area Health Network. Work closely with area hospitals t. Working closely with cardiologists to triage/perform in-office testing, Schedule appointments with the clinic, and patient f/u work, drawing labs if needed
- Educated patients and families on healthcare practices and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Licensed Practical Nurse Night Shift Charge Nurse
Lucy Corr Village
03.2019 - Current
- Supervision of 2-3 CNA. Responsible for all aspects of nursing care for senior population
Licensed Practical Nurse Interim Office Manager
Bon - Secours Health Systems
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Supervision of 25-30 staff during day day operations. Clinical team member. Scheduling /staffing. Chart audits/ ordering supplies. Training new employees. General office duties. General nursing duties as well
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Spring
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and [Type] testing.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Cardiac Nurse Specialist
Bon - Secours Health Systems
02.2004 - 01.2018
- Cardiac testing to include: EKG, Doppler, monitors, coumadin/medication, and blood glucose. Triage patients/phone c refills. Scheduling patients for appointments and hospital procedures. Running patients for two providers daily, General nursing duties as described
LPN Charge Nurse
Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
01.1999 - 08.2001
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility
- Provided training and supervision to [Number]-member staff in [Type] unit.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Richmond, VA08.2004
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fairfax School of Practical Nursing
Falls Church Va08-2024
Skills
- scheduling
- Clinical leadership
- Clinical documentation
- Patient relationship
- Clinical supervision
- Patient care
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Patient education
- Patient health education
- Patient records administration
- Records management
- Direct patient care
- Patient relations
- HIPAA
- HIPAA compliant
- Physical assessments
- Clinical staff support
- Managing patient cases
- Computerized charting
- Patient flow coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)/AED
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
References available upon request
Timeline
EP Clinical Coordinator
HCA
12.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse Team Lead
Capital Area Health Network
07.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse Night Shift Charge Nurse
Lucy Corr Village
03.2019 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Spring
02.2018 - 06.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse Interim Office Manager
Bon - Secours Health Systems
01.2018 - 09.2018
Cardiac Nurse Specialist
Bon - Secours Health Systems
02.2004 - 01.2018
LPN Charge Nurse
Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
01.1999 - 08.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fairfax School of Practical Nursing