Shondell Peoples
Albany
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
Schenectady
06.2024 - Current
- The Registered Nurse (RN) on the Medical-Surgical Unit is responsible for providing direct, individualized, and comprehensive patient care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). The RN acts as a patient advocate and collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure the highest quality outcomes for adult and geriatric patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify patient needs and develop care plans.
- Facilitated patient education sessions to promote understanding of medical conditions and treatment options.
- Documented patient interactions and care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Ensured adherence to ethical and legal standards in all aspects of patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
Schenectady
06.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to identify mental health needs and develop tailored care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication sessions to enhance patient engagement and promote emotional healing.
- Implemented medication management protocols to ensure adherence and minimize adverse effects.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options to empower informed decision-making.
- Utilized crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potentially harmful situations effectively.
- Documented patient behaviors and responses to interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Engaged in reflective practice to continually improve clinical skills and patient care approaches.
- Monitored vital signs and mental status to assess overall health and respond to changes promptly.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
Troy
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to identify mental health needs and develop tailored care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication sessions to enhance patient engagement and promote emotional healing.
- Implemented medication management protocols to ensure adherence and minimize adverse effects.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options to empower informed decision-making.
- Documented patient behaviors and responses to interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Monitored vital signs and mental status to assess overall health and respond to changes promptly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY 12.2000 - 05.2023
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- Electronic health records
- Therapeutic communication
- Compliance monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Ellis Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
04.2022 - 05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
12.2000 - 05.2023