Dallas Shaw

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate care, addressing concerns, and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
• Maintained appropriate supplies and equipment within the emergency department by regularly monitoring inventory levels, restocking as needed, and notifying management of any shortages or discrepancies.
• Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking advice on complex cases or best practices within the emergency department setting.
• Promoted teamwork among nursing colleagues through effective collaboration, communication, and mutual support during high-pressure situations.

Contact Information:

10 Hospital Dr, Bridgton, ME 04009

Reference: Kari Paradis

Phone: 1-603-966-8697

Email: Kari.Paradis@cmhc.org

Facility Information: Small rural hospital

Beds: 30 total beds; 12 ER Beds

Charting: Cerner

• Responded to codes or patient crises as part of rapid-response team.
• Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.

Contact Information:

Portsmouth Regional Hospital

333 Borthwick Ave, Portsmouth New Hampshire 03081

Reference: Jasmine Tufts

Phone: 1-603-966-8697

Email: Jasmine.tufts@hcahealthcare.com

Facility Information: Level 2 Trauma Center

Beds: 234 total beds; 36 ER Beds

Charting: Meditech Expanse

• Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.
• Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Contact Information: 22 Bramhall St, Portland Maine

References: John Woods

Phone: 731-394-6595

Email: Jtigerw@gmail.com

Facility Information: Level 1 Trauma Center

Beds: 640

Charting System: Epic

• Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
• Assembled equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures in specialty service areas.
• Collected laboratory samples and performed testing in accordance with established policies and procedures and COLA and CLIA regulations.
• Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.

Contact Information: 21 Enterprise Drive, Augusta Maine

References: Kevin Simmons Charge

Phone: 814 244 4687

Email: Kdsimmons.ks@gmail.com

Facility Information: Level 3 Trauma Center

Beds: 180

Charting System: Meditech

• Managed care of adult and pediatric patients experiencing life-threatening problems, requiring complex assessment, high-intensity therapies and interventions.
• Supported, educated and comforted patients and families during emergency room experience, resulting in beneficial patient outcomes and positive impact on treatment.
• Performed IV insertion, intubation, medicine administration, blood drawing and other medical procedures to facilitate treatment plan.
• Communicated with members of healthcare team to support early intervention.
• Filled gaps in staffing needs for hospitals and facilities across country to relieve shortage of registered nurses in ER.

Contact Information: 5555 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306

References: Jamie Fuson RN/Charge

Phone: 209-712-1636/Jamielewiis@gmail.com

Facility Information: Regional Hospital. (Level 1 Trauma Beds: 500

Charting System : Cerner

13 week contract renewed for 6 additional months.

ER Nurse Traveler. Frontline employee during the CoVid 19 pandemic. Mass triage of patients. High acuity patients daily with the need to critically think at all times. Meticulous assessment of patient vital signs and physical presentations. Hi flo and mechanical ventilation experience consistently. Maintaining strict isolation protocols to decrease the spread of infectious diseases.

Contact Information: 3555 S Val Vista Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85297
References: Dawn Reh Assistant Nursing Director
Phone: 480-728-7314

Facility Information: Level 3 Trauma Center

Beds: 261

Charting System: Cerner

Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects. I am currently working at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL under a travel contract for the second time. I can only state positive things about my current and past experiences working at this facility. Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care. Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches. Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
Contact Information: 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801

References: Allen Rinehart: Executive Director of ED, ICU and Med/Surg

Phone: 217-904-7685 : 217-383-3119
Facility Information: Regional Hospital. (Level 1 Trauma and MAGNET)

Beds: 500

Charting System : Epic

Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to a diverse patient population. Performed quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease. Conveyed information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Contact Information : 600 N College Ave, Geneseo, Illinois 61254

References: Elyse Wolfe ED Director

Phone: 309-507-0064

Facility Information: Critical Access Hospital

Beds :28

Charting System: Meditech11 week contract.

I had the pleasure to work at Carle Foundation Hospital for one year as a traveling ER Nurse. The hospital is an accredited Level 1 Trauma center and also is recognized as a MAGNET hospital. During my time at Carle I vastly improved my nursing skills and learned more than I would of ever imagined. I treated patients suffering from trauma, acute chest pain, respiratory failure and drug overdoses. Provided excellent direct patient care through open communication and compassion. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthma. I would gladly return to Carle Hospital in the future.

Contact Information: 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801

References: Allen Rinehart: Executive Director of ED, ICU and Med/Surg

Phone: 217-904-7685
Facility Information: Regional Hospital. (Level 1 Trauma and MAGNET)

Beds: 415

Charting System: Epic

During my time at Syringa Hospital I have worked both the ER and Med Surg units. This small critical access hospital has helped be further develop my autonomy and critical thinking skills. Rattlesnake bites, logging injuries, and injuries by cattle and farming are frequent. Quick and precise assessment skills. Excellent communication between other facilities for continuity of care. Proficient at arranging patient transfer per Life Flight and air travel. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Contact Information: 607 W Main St, Grangeville, ID 83530

References: Alex Frei CNO

Phone: Cell:406-461-2531 Work:208-983-1700 afrei@syringhospital.org

Facility Information: Critical Access Hospital

Beds: 26

Charting system: Cerner

Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Contact Information: Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, 3360 Burns Rd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
References: Christy Wise: PBGMC ER Director

Phone: Work 561-694-7276

Andrew Hom: PBGMC ER Charge Nurse

Phone: Cell-561-719-2275
Facility Information: Level 3 Trauma Center

Beds: 199

Charting system: Cerner and Medhost

Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Maintained patient charts and confidential files. Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care

Facility Information: Level 3 Trauma Center

Beds: 100

Charting system: EPIC
References:

Nancy Frederiksen RN BSN:ER Manager

Phone: Work-309-779-5353 Cell-309-644-0335

Nancy Rundle RN BSN: ER Charge Nurse

Phone: Work-309-779-5353 Cell-309-337-0254

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Evaluated patients presenting with asthma, appendicitis and hernia. Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.

Contact Information: 3000 Coral Hills Dr, Coral Springs, FL 33065

Facility Information: Level 2 Trauma Center

Beds :182

Charting system: Cerner
References:

Lilly Jankovic-Popick RN:ER Manager

Phone: Work 954-344-3000

Ian Stark RN BSN:ER Charge Nurse

Phone: Work 954-344-3000

Facility Information: Level 2 Trauma CenterBeds:174Charting system: Meditech

Wide array of clinical presentations. Partnered with team of nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients. Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient. Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms. STD prevention and treatment. Treatment of diabetic, hypertension, and various other chronic and acute condition exacerbations. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Utilized strong assessment skills. Worked closely with ancillary staff to collectively best suite patients needs per acuity and priority. Impeccable critical thinking skills.

Contact Information: 812 North Logan Danville IL, 61832

References: Jaycee Seyfert RN:ER Patient Care Coordinator

Phone: Work-217-443-5221 Home-217-260-8330.

Census of 50-70 patients daily. Prompt and safe medication administration. Experienced with gastrointestinal tubes, scheduling of lab results/collection, insulin/glucose administration/monitoring. TPN administration and monitoring. Delegation of LPN and nursing aide staff. Rehabilitation services ranged from, continuous passive motion devices, post-op wound assessments, wound care and neurological examinations. Proficient with wound vacs. Prompt initiation of fall interventions. Transfers of patients to local emergency departments.

Contact Information:

Garden View Manor 14792 Catlin-Tilton Rd Danville IL, 61832

References:

Heather Engle Bush RN: Assistant Directory of Nursing

Phone: Work-217-443-6430 Home-217-474-2565

Lisa Johnson RN Charge

Phone: Home-217-497-2926