Rachel Shelvy
Fayette,MS
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Claiborne County Senior Care
06.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Assisted in daily living activities for residents, enhancing their comfort and quality of life.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for residents.
Research Nurse
Prime Health and Wellness
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care, improving service delivery and team efficiency.
- Established and enforced infection control protocols to ensure safety for residents and staff.
- Recorded patient progress in electronic health records, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced resident outcomes and satisfaction scores.
Lead Firewatch
Grand Gulf Nuclear Station
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Step By Step Kindergarten Academy
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate activities to enhance cognitive and social skills in preschool children.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to design lesson plans aligned with educational standards.
- Supervised classroom environments, ensuring safety and engagement for all students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster positive interactions among peers.
Personal Care Assistant
Heart 2 Heart Homecare Services Inc
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, enhancing daily living activities and overall well-being.
- Developed individualized care plans based on client needs, ensuring tailored support and effective communication with families.
- Monitored health status of clients, documenting changes and collaborating with healthcare professionals for optimal care.
- Assisted clients with mobility and personal hygiene, promoting dignity and independence in their daily routines.
- Improved client mobility by assisting with transfers between beds, chairs, or other surfaces as needed.
Electronics Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Assisted customers with product selection and technical inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of electronics, driving informed purchasing decisions among customers.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular stock checks and effective organization strategies.
- Trained new associates on product features, sales techniques, and customer engagement practices.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
Ferriday, LA05.2023
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County High School
Fayette, MS05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS12.2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Breathing treatments
- EMR / EHR
- Preoperative care
- Anatomy
- Cultural competence
- Critical thinking
- Specimen collection
- Intravenous medications
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Emergency response
- Caring for wounds'
Certification
IV Certification
Timeline
Research Nurse
Prime Health and Wellness
11.2023 - 02.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Claiborne County Senior Care
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Step By Step Kindergarten Academy
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lead Firewatch
Grand Gulf Nuclear Station
01.2017 - 01.2020
Personal Care Assistant
Heart 2 Heart Homecare Services Inc
01.2016 - 01.2017
Electronics Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2016 - 10.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County High School
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Alcorn State University