Maria Shawndale Coleman
Franklinton,NC
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Startup Founder
S.H.A.R.E. Ministry
Pounding Mill, VA
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Coordinated community outreach efforts through a purple bag program, enhancing food distribution channels for individuals facing food insecurity.
- Facilitated partnerships with local pantries and ministries to streamline distribution of non-perishable food items.
Clinic Volunteer
Community Clinic of High Point North Carolina
High Point, NC
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Assisted healthcare staff in patient intake and scheduling processes, ensuring efficient clinic operations.
- Coordinated with medical professionals to manage patient records and maintain confidentiality standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs, addressed inquiries, and ensured readiness for physician consultation.
- Streamlined filing and organization of patient records to enhance accessibility.
Volunteer Food Ministry
First Christian Church of High Point North Carolina
High Point, NC
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Directed operations at 5 Loaves 2 Fish food pantry to alleviate food insecurity in the community while overseeing the process to secure 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.
- Maintained inventory integrity by systematically cleaning, stocking, and organizing food products to minimize waste.
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Westley Long and Women's Hospitals
Greensboro, NC
04.2014 - 02.2016
- Primarily assisted surgical teams during OB-GYN procedures in the role of a circulating nurse.
- Coordinated and managed nursing responsibilities in the operating room for general, orthopedic, and robotic surgical procedures.
- Charge Nurse and Surgical Tech. roles as needed.
- Proficient in EPIC charting system.
- Prepared the operating room by insuring all necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment were sterile and ready for use.
- Verified patient identity, surgical site, and procedure details before surgery.
- Acted as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient, family, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support and communicated important information regarding the procedure and patient status.
- Coordinated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other OR staff to maintain an organized and effective workflow.
- Monitored and managed sterile field and infection control practices through out the procedure.
- Documented surgical procedures, patient responses, and any complications or deviations from the planned procedure.
- Facilitated clear communication between the surgical team and post-operative care units.
- Ensured adherence to hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements during all phases of surgical procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing training to enhance surgical practices and patient care.
Surgical Technician
Clinch Valley Medical Center
Richlands, VA
07.2013 - 04.2014
- Provided essential support to the surgical team by preparing and maintaining the sterile field, assisting with surgical procedures, and ensuring patient safety during operations.
- Set up and sterilize operating room instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with aseptic protocols.
- Verified surgical equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for the procedure.
- Assisted surgeons and surgical staff by passing instruments, sutures, and other necessary items during the procedure.
- Maintained a sterile field and managed surgical tools to prevent contamination.
- Positioned patients on the operating table and prepared them for surgery, including draping and monitoring vitals.
- Assisted with patient repositioning and safety throughout the procedure.
- Monitored and managed sterile techniques to minimize the risk of infection.
- Provided support to the surgical team by anticipating needs and facilitating smooth workflow.
- Assisted with the cleanup and disinfection of the operating room and surgical instruments post-procedure.
- Ensured proper handling and labeling of specimens for lab analysis.
- Adhere to hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to ensure a high standard of patient care and operation efficiency.
- Participated in ongoing education and training to stay current with surgical techniques and practices.
Office Services Assistant
Southwest Virginia Community College
Richlands, VA
01.2000 - 08.2002
- Provided administrative support and office services to ensure smooth daily operations and efficient workflow.
- Managed office correspondence, emails, and switchboard calls.
- Prepared and filed documents, reports, and records accurately.
- Created monthly chargeback reports in Excel for expenditures.
- Supervision of workstudy students and schedules.
- Quality Assurance Inspector for the Physical Plant contract.
- Determined college surplus inventory and maintained current data base of inventory.
PBX Operator/Data Processing
Clinch Valley Medical Center
Richlands, VA
06.1997 - 01.1998
- Operated switchboard to manage and direct incoming and outgoing calls.
- Separated and prepared all reports to be distributed to other departments.
- Executed data entry and transmission of program information through hospital database systems.
- Filed reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Appalachian Tri-College
Richlands, VA12-2010
Health Sciences Certificate - Nursing
Southwest Virginia Community College
Richlands, VA05-2007
Associate of Arts - Science
Southwest Virginia Community College
Richlands, VA08-2002
Skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
Certification
North Carolina Board of Nursing
RN License #: 274594
Expiration: May 31, 2028
Timeline
Startup Founder
S.H.A.R.E. Ministry
01.2018 - 12.2022
Clinic Volunteer
Community Clinic of High Point North Carolina
02.2017 - 05.2017
Volunteer Food Ministry
First Christian Church of High Point North Carolina
01.2016 - 07.2017
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Westley Long and Women's Hospitals
04.2014 - 02.2016
Surgical Technician
Clinch Valley Medical Center
07.2013 - 04.2014
Office Services Assistant
Southwest Virginia Community College
01.2000 - 08.2002
PBX Operator/Data Processing
Clinch Valley Medical Center
06.1997 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Appalachian Tri-College
Health Sciences Certificate - Nursing
Southwest Virginia Community College
Associate of Arts - Science
Southwest Virginia Community College