ShaeSharon Calomese
Hi My name is Shae Calomese and I am a well-rounded , experienced and dependable RN
Waveland,MS
Summary
Compassionate and experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly competent Registered Nurse with 35 years of clinical nursing experience. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient care with focus on safety and using evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes. Skilled in quickly building connections with patients to build trust and rapport in stressful situations. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN/ Staff
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Gulfport, MS
08.2019 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments of assigned patients.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory results and other health data to identify changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented all medication administration accurately.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care delivery.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques, diet, exercise regimens and preventative measures to promote health maintenance.
- Performed numerous diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, catheterizations., according to established standards of practice.
- Counseled patients regarding their diagnosis and recommended lifestyle adjustments or modifications necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Ensured a safe environment for all patients through adherence to safety protocols including infection control practices.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss plan of care updates and revisions based on current assessment findings.
- Documented patient progress notes in an accurate and timely manner.
- Educated family members about disease processes, medications, treatments and expected outcomes.
- Maintained current knowledge of advances in medical technology through continuing education courses.
- Identified potential ethical dilemmas within the healthcare setting and sought guidance from appropriate resources when needed.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by providing guidance to other nurses on the unit.
- Served as a preceptor for newly hired staff nurses orienting them to departmental expectations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve overall patient outcomes across the organization.
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
ICU/RN Staff Nurse
Oschner Hospital
Waveland, MS
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Medical Respiratory ICU RN
Wesley/Merit Health
Hattiesburg, MS
05.2012 - 01.2015
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained records, prepared reports and served on special committees.
- Worked with patients and families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referrals.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Performed assessments of patients' conditions, including vital signs, physical exams, laboratory values.
- Ensured that all nursing interventions were completed according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented changes in patients' conditions.
- Provided direct and indirect patient care in a Medical Intensive Care Unit.
Nursing House Supervisor
Select Speciality Hospital
Gulfport, MS
08.2010 - 01.2015
- Developed and implemented staffing plans to ensure adequate coverage of shifts.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement and provided guidance as needed.
- Conducted weekly meetings with the nursing staff to discuss new policies or procedures.
- Ensured nursing team is compliant with all regulatory requirements including HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate interdisciplinary communication and coordination of services.
- Provided ongoing education and training opportunities for nurses on topics such as infection control practices, safety protocols.
- Created reports summarizing departmental activity for review by senior management.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a timely manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Participated in recruitment efforts to attract qualified candidates for open positions.
- Reviewed incident reports related to patient care incidents and errors and took appropriate corrective action.
- Established performance standards for nursing personnel based on established protocols.
- Coordinated clinical activities between different units to ensure efficient workflow.
- Facilitated collaboration between physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Oversaw compliance with hospital policies regarding documentation of patient care activities.
- Responded promptly to customer complaints or concerns regarding quality of service delivered.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation techniques or written tests.
Travel Nurse
Blossom Health Care Agency
Picayune, MS
08.2005 - 08.2010
- Assessed and evaluated patient's medical condition to determine the best course of treatment.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care across settings.
- Facilitated discharge planning process by providing information about available services in the community such as home health agencies or rehabilitation centers.
- Performed clinical assessments including histories and physical examinations for both pre-admission screening and post-operative follow up visits.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained professional relationships with healthcare staff members while working effectively within an interdisciplinary team setting.
- Participated in continuing education courses relevant to nursing practice.
- Identified potential problems or changes in condition that may require further evaluation or intervention.
- Provided supportive counseling through difficult times during hospitalization or illness.
- Reviewed laboratory results and diagnostic tests to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Applied knowledge of principles of growth and development over life span to identify age specific needs related to patient care.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using established protocols for critical incidents.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
- Inserted and cared for catheters, feeding tubes and access sites.
- Furnished emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to establish compassionate environment.
- Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
- Monitored patient fluid intake and output to detect emerging problems.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
- Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect employees and patients.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
- Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
- Directed and instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
- Checked medical stock to determine inventory levels and maintain nursing supplies.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
RN School Nurse
Gulfport City School District
Gulfport, MS
08.2001 - 08.2005
- Provided direct patient care and assessment, developed individualized plans of care, and coordinated with multidisciplinary team members.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical records according to established standards.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans and prognosis.
- Conducted weekly shift report meetings to review cases, changes in patient status and discuss any potential issues or concerns among nursing staff.
- Provided education to patients and families about disease processes, treatments options available, medication management.
- Collaborated with other departments within the facility on various projects related to improving services provided to patients.
- Implemented evidence-based practice initiatives designed to improve patient outcomes across all areas of service delivery.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops related to current trends in nursing practice.
- Followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
RN Lead
Laurel Renal Dialysis/Fresenius
Laurel, MS
06.1998 - 08.2001
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Charge Nurse
Riley Memorial Hospital
Meridian, MS
06.1988 - 06.1998
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
North East Community College
Booneville, MS05.1988
High School Diploma -
Oxford High School
Oxford, MS05.1982
Skills
- Condition Monitoring
- Building Trust and Rapport
- Medication and IV Administration
- Charting and Documentation
- HIPAA and Confidentiality
- Patient Education
- Care Plan Development
- Emergency Response
- Supply Management
- Medical Evaluation
- Wound Care
- Patient Care Coordination
- Family Education
- Patient Management
- Intake and Discharge
- Clinical Leadership and Supervision
- Dispensing Medication
- Taking Vital Signs
Certification
Bls, ACLS . TB CERTIFIED
Timeline
RN/ Staff
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2019 - Current
ICU/RN Staff Nurse
Oschner Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2019
Medical Respiratory ICU RN
Wesley/Merit Health
05.2012 - 01.2015
Nursing House Supervisor
Select Speciality Hospital
08.2010 - 01.2015
Travel Nurse
Blossom Health Care Agency
08.2005 - 08.2010
RN School Nurse
Gulfport City School District
08.2001 - 08.2005
RN Lead
Laurel Renal Dialysis/Fresenius
06.1998 - 08.2001
Charge Nurse
Riley Memorial Hospital
06.1988 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Science -
William Carey University
Associate of Science - Nursing
North East Community College
High School Diploma -
Oxford High School
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