Andrea Shea
Clinton Township
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 10 years of diverse experience in emergency, perioperative, and pediatric care. Expertise in critical thinking, patient education, and compassionate care, driving exceptional health outcomes through effective teamwork and attention to detail.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric After Hours Clinic RN
Troy Beaumont Hospital
Troy, MI
06.2025 - Current
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards of practice.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions to facilitate timely interventions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Troy Beaumont Hospital
Troy, MI
11.2020 - Current
- Administered preoperative medications and monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient treatment plans pre- and post-surgery.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support before and after surgery.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
- Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care plans and recovery expectations.
RN, Emergency Department
Troy Beaumont Hospital
Troy, MI
01.2013 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced emergency department environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance treatment protocols and improve patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care plans.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, ensuring timely intervention for critical cases.
- Monitored patient vitals and assessed conditions to make informed clinical decisions rapidly.
- Streamlined triage processes for efficient patient assessment and prioritization of care needs.
- Assisted physicians with complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, central line placements, chest tube insertion, among others.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma or medical emergencies, ensuring a positive and compassionate environment.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University
Rochester, MI12-2012
Skills
- BLS certification
- PALS certification
- ACLS certification
- Emergency care
- Pediatric emergency and urgent care
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Triage
- Physical assessments
- Electronic health records
- Monitoring vital signs
- Medication administration
- Health promotion
- Diagnostic testing
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Patient charting
- Medical terminology
- Care planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Certification
BLS, ACLS and PALS
Timeline
Pediatric After Hours Clinic RN
Troy Beaumont Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Troy Beaumont Hospital
11.2020 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
Troy Beaumont Hospital
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University