Mahlet Shanko
Rochester,MN
Summary
A compassionate Registered Nurse with near to three years of experience providing nursing care for adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplant patients as well as living kidney and liver donors. Successfully providing individualized care plans for patients admitted for pre-transplant care, pre and post-surgical care, and for treatment of complications occurring post-transplant. Patient-oriented Nurse with more than three years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with solid organ transplant and memory care specialty. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care for residents dealing with dementia and mental disorders. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care. Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, intervenes, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration and treatments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Procedure Area
Mayo Clinic
03.2023 - Current
- Assist with paracentesis, liver biopsies, central line removals, and fibroscans.
- Monitor patient after paracentesis, liver biopsy and central line pull until they discharge.
- Provide adequate education before the procedures and after the procedures on what to expect from the procedure and how to take care of them self afterward.
Transplant, Medical/Surgical Services Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
04.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provide relationship-based care that focuses on patient and caregiver education and discharge planning.
- Accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care.
- Provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts.
- Delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Administered transplant and other medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Cottagewood Senior Communities
01.2021 - Current
- Monitors and maintains resident charts and clinical progress notes
- Communicates to physicians and other personnel (county caseworkers) changes in resident’s needs or conditions
- Facilitates coordination of resident services with other service providers
- Being responsible for ordering medications and all medication renewals as well as any necessary follow up with physicians regarding medications and/ or medical conditions
- Assures all physicians orders are signed and implemented with-in 24 hours
- Assures that medication administration procedures are followed properly and discusses any needed corrections, errors, etc., with staff
- Review each resident’s medication sheet monthly and assures accuracy and appropriate signatures
- Document disposal of medication per procedure weekly
- Shares resident and family concerns with pertinent staff if appropriate.
- Promote that the health and safety of all residents through on site visits with the residents and staff.
- Ensure that staff is trained in medical procedures and policies which are current and up to date.
- Ensure that the facility is in compliance with current regulations and standards. Relate professionally with residents, staff and family members, display a positive work attitude and be able to work as a team with other staff members.
Rehabilitation Nurse
Rochester Rehab and Living Center
Rochester, MN
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing personalized rehabilitation care plans.
- Enhanced the quality of patient care through effective communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
- Maximized patient recovery rates with targeted physical therapy exercises and mobility training.
- Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by adhering to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
- Educated patients and families on medication management, reducing errors while promoting adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with rehabilitation specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans that addressed both physical and cognitive needs of patients.
Medication Assistant/Mentor/Supplemental Overnight Supervisor
Cottagewood Senior Communities
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Administer medications to residents using the Medication Administration Record (MAR) as a guide
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Documented residents’ intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring
- Engaged with resident family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Ensure confidentiality of residents’ medication among other residents, staff and families
- Prepare medication for each resident's medication administration with the following: right drug, right time, right route, right resident, and right dosage
- Document legibly all resident concerns made while administering the medication
- Complete resident treatments as outlined in the treatment administration record
- Be accountable for medication errors and report immediately
- Conducted routine checks on standard residents’ vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration, temperature, blood sugar and heart rate
- Overseeing/supervising fourteen overnight staffs of eight buildings
- Training new hire CNAs.
Library Technology Center Assistant
Rochester Community and technical college
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Assist students, faculty and staff with basic computer hardware and software problems in the Library Technology Center
- Maintain adequate paper supply, change printer toner, clear paper jams in printer, monitor and enforce computer lab policies
- Answer the Library Technology Lab phone, clean monitors, workspaces and provide an hourly count.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Biomedical Engineering
Addis Ababa Institute of Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MNAssociate of Science: Nursing -
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MNBachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05.2023
Skills
- Active listening
- Speaking empathizing
- Teamwork and dependability
- Quick problem solver
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Time management and stamina
- Checking and monitoring vital signs
- Precepting
- Wound Care
- Vaccine Administration
- Care Planning
- Patient Education and Counseling
Languages
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Software
Eldermark
Point click care
Epic
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Outpatient Procedure Area
Mayo Clinic
03.2023 - Current
Transplant, Medical/Surgical Services Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
04.2021 - Current
Rehabilitation Nurse
Rochester Rehab and Living Center
02.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Cottagewood Senior Communities
01.2021 - Current
Library Technology Center Assistant
Rochester Community and technical college
11.2019 - 12.2020
Medication Assistant/Mentor/Supplemental Overnight Supervisor
Cottagewood Senior Communities
05.2018 - 01.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Biomedical Engineering
Addis Ababa Institute of Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Associate of Science: Nursing -
Rochester Community And Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
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