Matt Shields
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Compassionate Clinical Teaching Assistant with a strong focus on patient safety, assessment skills, and instructional techniques. Committed to enhancing student engagement and fostering a positive learning environment.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in clinical education and hands-on instructional support. Provided critical assistance in classroom settings, contributing to curriculum development and enhancing student learning experiences. Demonstrated proficiency in patient care techniques and effective communication.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Teaching Assistant
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2008 - Current
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences for students in clinical environments.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop and enhance course materials and curriculum.
- Provided mentorship and support to students during practical training sessions.
- Assisted in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Implemented best practices for clinical skills instruction, improving student engagement.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for clinical rotations and training exercises.
- Developed assessment tools to measure student competencies effectively.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and cultural competence in all aspects of teaching and practice.
- Enhanced patient care by providing hands-on clinical instruction to nursing students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, participation, assessments, and progress toward program completion requirements.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to develop effective teaching strategies for diverse learning styles.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Provide clinical instruction to 6-10 ADN students in clinical settings on Nursing.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2000 - 12.2016
- Administered critical care interventions in high-acuity environments to stabilize patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on advanced life support techniques and critical care protocols.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments, adjusting care strategies as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and improve clinical outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments, identifying changes in patient conditions and responding promptly.
- Facilitated family communication regarding patient status and care decisions during critical situations.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between critical care and other hospital units by maintaining effective communication with receiving staff and providing thorough handoff reports.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing complications related to ventilator use, central line infections, and pressure ulcers.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to [Type] patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA12-1999
Skills
- Patient care
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Assessment skills
- Feedback delivery
- Clinical procedures
- Healthcare technology
- Instructional skills
- Patient safety
Timeline
Clinical Teaching Assistant
Santa Rosa Junior College
08.2008 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
01.2000 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Rosa Junior College