Kendall Sheffield
Wichita Falls,United States
Summary
Passionate future Family Nurse Practitioner with over 5 years of nursing experience. Skills in chronic disease management, health promotion, evidence-based care, and interprofessional collaboration. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Seeking a full time position that offers the opportunity to provide high value, high quality care at a reputable primary care practice.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical/Trauma ICU Nurse
United Regional Health Care
05.2015 - Current
- RN on a busy 10-bed cardiac surgery and trauma ICU unit.
- Resuscitation and management of postoperative cardiac, thoracic, abdominal, and neuro surgery patients.
- Reduced complications for critically ill patients through the implementation of individualized care plans based on each patient's unique needs.
- Improved communication between interdisciplinary teams by serving as a liaison to ensure accurate information exchange and seamless coordination of care.
- Provided education to new employees as a preceptor
- Collaborated with physicians to develop optimal treatment plans, resulting in faster recovery times for patients.
Patient Care Technician
United Regional Health Care
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX05.2019
Skills
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- ECMO Certified
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Education
- Administering injections
- Skin biopsies
Additional Information
My Philosophy
Primary care is the opportunity to not only aid patients with physical ailments, but also to provide continuing opportunities for health promotion over an entire lifespan.
Strengths
Excellent Communication
- Demonstrated through clear and concise documentation resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
Collaboration
- Working within an interdisciplinary team to provide quality care to patients.
Detail-Oriented
- Maintaining accurate clinical records, documentation of encounters, and compliance with regulations.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
United Regional Health Care
05.2017 - 05.2019
Surgical/Trauma ICU Nurse
United Regional Health Care
05.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Midwestern State University
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