Barbara Shepard
Missoula,MT
Summary
Registered nurse with a strong foundation in emergency and acute care, excelling in high-pressure environments. Expertise in patient assessment, pain management, and evidence-based practices, coupled with a commitment to mentoring new staff. Focused on fostering teamwork and improving patient experiences through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Banner Healthcare
Phoenix, Arizona
11.2024 - Current
- Provided patient care by monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, employing critical thinking in high-pressure situations.
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety during exams.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
Registered Nurse
Monida Staffing Services
Missoula, Montana
05.2019 - 08.2025
- Worked in emergency department providing telemetry and acute care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patients pre-, intra-, and post-operatively to ensure optimal patient care and timely interventions.
- Managed patients' pain through targeted pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, improving comfort and recovery outcomes.
- Provided patient care by monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
Registered Nurse
Travel Nurse Across America (TNAA)
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Neuro Telemetry, Provided acute care in a fast-paced environment, with emphasis on training new grad Nurses
- Delivered quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admissions and triaging based on acuity.
- Educated patients and caregivers on wound management, discharge planning, medication safety, and disease management to promote self-care and recovery.
- Trained new grad LPNs and RNs over four months, enhancing team readiness and patient care capabilities.
- Participated in evidence-based practice projects, contributing to nursing competency development and enhancing simulation training effectiveness.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
TNAA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered patient-centered care in medical surgical and telemetry units, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients per physician prescriptions.
- Monitored patient health and recorded side effects from treatments and medications, maintaining accurate patient charts for continuity of care.
- Coordinated recovery plans for patients post-procedure, optimizing recovery times and patient satisfaction.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Monida Staffing Services
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Administered IV and venous medications to effectively control symptoms and enhance patient treatment outcomes.
- Assessed patient reactions post-medication and IV therapy to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Managed telemetry equipment in emergency department
- Conducted triage on incoming patients to accurately assess severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed skilled, timely emergency response for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Delivered nursing care in medical surgical and telemetry units, with experience supporting ICU as needed.
- Monitored and documented patient factors including diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to inform condition assessments and tailor treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practice projects, developed nursing competencies, and conducted nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed caseload of 6 patients, providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care to ensure optimal recovery and comfort.
- Managed patients' pain through implementation of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, enhancing patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures and therapeutic regimens, empowering them with knowledge for better health outcomes.
- Provided care in medical-surgical telemetry unit
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored patient vital signs in telemetry unit to ensure timely intervention and patient safety.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop and implement tailored treatment strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided quality care to diverse populations, overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity to ensure appropriate department placement.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Implemented infectious disease measures to prevent COVID-19 transmission among patients, families, and medical personnel.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, promptly reporting changes in patient conditions to ensure timely medical intervention.
- Administered medications, assessed changes and reported results to doctors.
- Instructed patients and families on COVID-19 illnesses, providing tailored recommendations for protective measures and treatments.
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
- Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.
- Monitored patient telemetry in COVID-19 ward
- Mitigated hazard potential from patients with communicable diseases.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Administered medications, assessed changes and reported results to doctors.
- Monitored telemetry and COVID-19 patients to identify critical health changes.
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
- Recorded and reported vital signs and behavioral changes of patients to ensure timely medical intervention.
- Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in PCU, medical surgical, and telemetry units, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Evaluated patient outcomes continuously to assess effectiveness of interventions and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Educated patients on follow-up care activities and meticulously documented preparations for transfer or discharge.
Registered Nurse
Monida Staffing Services
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs in telemetry, ICU, and emergency department settings, ensuring timely interventions for critical conditions.
- Provided skilled nursing care to medically complex patients, addressing multifaceted health needs and enhancing quality of care.
- Managed recovery of patients from medical or surgical procedures, facilitating optimal healing and rehabilitation.
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Deer Lodge Medical Center
12.2017 - 04.2020
- Provided care to patients in emergency department
- Monitored patients with acute conditions in a clinical setting
- Conducted thorough patient assessments
- Developed and implemented comprehensive nursing care plans to address individual patient needs
- Develop patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnosis
- Safe medication administration
- Educated patients and family members on proper discharge care to ensure understanding and compliance
- Facilitated communication between patients and providers to enhance care coordination
Registered Nurse
Meadowlark Homecare
Missoula, Montana
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Delivered comprehensive home care for residents with disabilities in group home settings.
- Administered medications, IV infusions, tube feedings, trachea care, and wound care.
- Monitored vital signs to assess patient conditions and respond effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement tailored patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote overall patient well-being.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
SALISH KOOTENAI COLLEGE
Pablo, MT06-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Environmental Studies
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
MISSOULA, MTSkills
- Direct Patient Care
- Critical Care
- Evidence-based practices
- Patient education
- EMR / EHR
- HIPAA Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Nursing Mentorship
- Empathetic Patient Care
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Reliability
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Nursing License: NUR-RN-LIC-127206
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Banner Healthcare
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Travel Nurse Across America (TNAA)
01.2024 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
TNAA
09.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Monida Staffing Services
03.2023 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
10.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
02.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
09.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
05.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2021 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Monida Staffing Services
04.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Monida Staffing Services
05.2019 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse
Deer Lodge Medical Center
12.2017 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
Meadowlark Homecare
09.2017 - 12.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
SALISH KOOTENAI COLLEGE
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Environmental Studies
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA