Deeqa Shiiqow
2928 Molina Street, Shakopee,MN
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in in-home care for patients with complex needs, including tracheostomy and gastrostomy management. Proficient in patient education and critical assessments, driving improved health outcomes through compassionate and effective interaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alliance Home Health Care and Nursing Services
Plymouth, MN
10.2025 - Current
- Provided skilled in-home nursing care for patients with Tracheostomy and Gastrostomy tubes, including suctioning, airway monitoring, and trach site care.
- Administered enteral feedings, medications, and routine tube flushes while monitoring vital signs and respiratory status.
- Educated patients and caregivers on trach and G-tube management, infection prevention, and emergency procedures.
Travel Nurse
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
Milford, IA
10.2022 - Current
- Delivered skilled nursing care across multiple healthcare facilities, assessing patients, administering medications, and implementing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments in compliance with established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to ensure accurate patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
Registered Nurse
Aplus Health Care
Saint Paul, MN
04.2019 - 10.2025
- Provided skilled in-home nursing care for patients with Tracheostomy and Gastrostomy tubes, including suctioning, airway monitoring, and trach site care.
- Administered enteral feedings, medications, and routine tube flushes while monitoring vital signs and respiratory status.
- Educated patients and caregivers on trach and G-tube management, infection prevention, and emergency procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alliance Home Health Care and Nursing Services
Plymouth, MN
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Ability to oversee CNAs and organize many patients’ charts
- Coordinate patient care and educate patients and families about medical conditions
- Knowledge to perform and evaluate diagnostic tests
- Ability to work directly with patients, families, and doctors
- Experience dressing wounds, administering medication, and aiding doctors in medical procedures
Nursing Assistant
Pioneer State
10.2004 - 07.2016
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support.
- Monitored vital signs and residents’ conditions, reporting changes to the supervising nurse.
- Provided compassionate care while maintaining a clean, safe environment and supporting residents’ comfort and dignity.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Rasmussen University
Bloomington, MN03-2022
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hennepin Technical College
Eden Prairie, MN05-2016
No Degree -
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN05-2014
High School Diploma -
Eden Prairie High School
Eden Prairie, MN06-2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Wound care
- Patient monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alliance Home Health Care and Nursing Services
10.2025 - Current
Travel Nurse
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aplus Health Care
04.2019 - 10.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alliance Home Health Care and Nursing Services
10.2016 - 03.2019
Nursing Assistant
Pioneer State
10.2004 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Rasmussen University
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hennepin Technical College
No Degree -
Normandale Community College
High School Diploma -
Eden Prairie High School