Stacy Ingersoll
Colorado Springs
Summary
Holds multiple certifications including High Risk Neonatal Nursing, Extreme Low Birthweight Infants, and Lactation Counseling, with additional qualifications as a NRP instructor. Experienced in PICC placement and BLS certified. Member of National Academy of Neonatal Nurses and Academy of Neonatal Nurses, focused on advancing neonatal care practices.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
RN NICU Clinical Coordinator
St Francis Hospital
COLORADO SPRINGS
10.2021 - Current
- Registered nurse with 40 years of experience in neonatal intensive care nursing at level III.
Certified by National Certification Corporation in High Risk Neonatal Nursing and Extremely Low Birthweight Infants.
Led as charge nurse for more than 35 years; currently serving as RN Clinical Coordinator in NICU.
Advocated for patients while ensuring staff support and effective care delivery strategies.
Trained nursing professionals through Neonatal Resuscitation Program focusing on infant resuscitation skills.
Specialized in conducting assessments, managing patient care, admissions, discharges, and charting rigorously.
Guided new nurses through preceptorship while overseeing compliance with care plans.
Enhanced unit performance by promoting adherence to policies and protocols.
Staff RN, NICU
St Francis Hospital
Colorado Springs
11.2014 - 10.2021
- Administered primary care to critically ill neonates from 23 weeks to 42 weeks gestation.
Effectively managed patients on vasopressors and HFOV ventilation systems.
Possessed in-depth knowledge of neonatal pathophysiology; skilled in resuscitation practices.
Executed radial artery punctures and performed PICC placements efficiently.
Precepted charge nurses, enhancing team leadership skills and clinical expertise.
Assisted in high-risk deliveries; coordinated transport of neonates within SFH NICU.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored patient care plans.
Engaged in committee work for CLABSI prevention, Golden Hour initiatives, and Unit Counsel.
Staff RN, NICU
Regional West Medical Center
Scottsbluff
05.1985 - 11.2014
- Cared for critically ill neonatal population, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Provided educational support to parents regarding neonatal care and management.
- Served as lead neonatal transport nurse from 1989 to 2003, enhancing emergency response.
- Trained in PICC line placement to improve patient care capabilities.
- Oversaw operations as charge nurse across NICU, pediatrics, labor, and delivery units.
- Cross-trained in high-risk antepartum patient care to ensure comprehensive service.
- Assisted in developing a charting platform for Birth and Infant Care Center.
- Performed neonatal assessments and managed care for high-risk patients effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saint Mary
Leavenworth, KS06-2019
3 Year Nursing Diploma - Nursing
West Nebraska School of Nursing
Scottsbluff, NE05-1985
Skills
- Clinical Coordination of the unit on a shift to shift basis
- Patient assessment
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Care coordination
- PICC line placement
- Vasopressor management
- Clinical documentation
- Staff education
- Preceptor
- Expert assessment and management of ELBW neonates
Timeline
RN NICU Clinical Coordinator
St Francis Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Staff RN, NICU
St Francis Hospital
11.2014 - 10.2021
Staff RN, NICU
Regional West Medical Center
05.1985 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saint Mary
3 Year Nursing Diploma - Nursing
West Nebraska School of Nursing