Shelby Colbert
Denver,CO
Summary
Dedicated, hard worker who is always looking for a way to learn more and try new challenges. I am very passionate about helping others, and I know this is the field I belong in. Seasoned BLS Instructor and healthcare professional with a proven track record in cardiac arrest management and compassionate caregiving. Excited to customize life support courses for diverse sectors, including construction and hospitality, while adhering to AHA guidelines. Recognized for enhancing medical emergency preparedness at Denver College of Nursing and The Ridge at Pinehurst through innovative teaching techniques and dedicated patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BLS Instructor
Self-employeed
Denver, CO
08.2024 - Current
- I provide on-site Basic Life Support classes all around the Denver metro area. I started teaching these classes to spread awareness about CPR through construction and hospitality companies. I teach BLS renewal classes at my school, Denver College of Nursing for our professors and staff. Because of my nursing education, I can customize the courses to each company's needs, while staying within AHA guidelines to be certified!
- Set up classroom with CPR mannequins, materials and equipment to make space conducive to learning.
- Encouraged students to ask questions throughout the course of instruction.
- Developed and delivered BLS training materials to health care professionals.
- Followed official American Heart Association Manuals to deliver knowledgeable and relevant training to class participants.
Lead CNA
The Ridge at Pinehurst
Littleton, CO
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Primarily provided care for memory care patients.
- I trained CNA students every Monday and Tuesday, and worked closely with the instructor.
- I worked closely with Hospice coming into the facility.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Surgical Technician
Littleton Day Surgery Center
Littleton, CO
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted the surgeon with patient preparation for eye surgeries.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to surgical technology practices.
- Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
- Sterilized equipment before and after each procedure according to hospital standards.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
CNA
Balfour Senior Living
Louisville, CO
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
CNA
Whitehorse Health and Wellness
Longmont, CO
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed ADLs for a late-stage Alzheimer's patient.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Dressed, groomed, and fed patient with limited physical ability to support basic needs.
- Ran errands for the client and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair of colostomy.
Soccer Coach
Soccer Shots
Denver, CO
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Coached children ages 2-8 on the basics and fun of soccer!
- I handled up to 12 kids per session.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every child.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
Denver, CO06-2025
High School Diploma -
Mullen High School
Denver, CO05-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Medical
Stetson Univerity
DeLand, FLSkills
- Cardiac arrest management
- Infant life support
- Adult life support
- Medical emergency preparedness
- Teaching techniques
- Compassionate caregiving
Certification
- CNA
- Surgical Technician
- Stop the Bleed
- BLS Instructor & Provider
- Almost to my Registered Nurse!
Accomplishments
- Class Representative
- Mentor to two students at Denver College of Nursing
- Student Nurses Association member
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
BLS Instructor
Self-employeed
08.2024 - Current
Lead CNA
The Ridge at Pinehurst
07.2022 - 10.2023
Surgical Technician
Littleton Day Surgery Center
03.2022 - 10.2022
CNA
Balfour Senior Living
12.2021 - 03.2022
CNA
Whitehorse Health and Wellness
03.2021 - 12.2021
Soccer Coach
Soccer Shots
10.2020 - 10.2021
- CNA
- Surgical Technician
- Stop the Bleed
- BLS Instructor & Provider
- Almost to my Registered Nurse!
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Mullen High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Medical
Stetson Univerity
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