Shae Beltz
Tiffin,IA
Summary
Registered Nurse specializing in Neonatal Intensive Care with extensive experience managing ventilator settings, administering medications, and providing critical interventions. Skilled in developing care plans, educating families, and implementing infection control measures. Bringing strong teamwork, time management, and family support skills to advance patient care quality and outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
University Of Iowa Health Care
08.2023 - Current
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
- Administered prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
- Assisted in high-risk delivery admissions as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for neonatal patients, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant''s care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the NICU, resulting in improved patient outcomes and overall unit performance.
Certified Nursing Assistant & Medication Assistant
In Home Memory & Skilled Nursing
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Improved patient medication adherence by accurately dispensing medications according to prescriptions and care plans.
- Implemented residents' personal care plans with consideration for preferences and preferred routines.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized in-home nursing care and support.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and promptly addressing any health concerns.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oaknoll Retirement Community
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Utilized assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2023
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Reliable and Responsible
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Family Support
Certification
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation program
- CPR & AED
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
University Of Iowa Health Care
08.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oaknoll Retirement Community
05.2022 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant & Medication Assistant
In Home Memory & Skilled Nursing
03.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa