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Shahida Karim Khan

Nurse Practitioner
Las Vegas,NV

Summary

24 years of experience in different fields of nursing. Care provided to adult and geriatric population in various units, including the Progressive Care Unit, step down Intensive Care Unit, Mental Health and Hospice. Healthcare professional with robust history in clinical environments, dedicated to improving patient outcomes and ensuring high-quality care. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient care and adapt to evolving healthcare needs. Recognized for strong clinical skills and compassionate approach to patient interactions.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Carelon Health
03.2022 - 03.2025
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
  • Facilitated timely referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers based on the identified needs of patients during their primary care visits.
  • Contributed to quality improvement efforts within the practice by identifying areas for potential enhancement and implementing new strategies accordingly.
  • Telemetry Health / Walks in with patient with urgent care.
  • Annual health screening and Health screening for new patients
  • Observed HEIDS Measures for Medicare Patients

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Caremore Medical Group
11.2017 - 03.2025
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues, maintaining open lines of communication, and consistently demonstrating professional conduct.
  • Managed complex caseloads, ensuring proper prioritization and efficient allocation of resources.
  • Conducted ongoing research on emerging trends in acute care nursing to stay current on best practices and improve patient outcomes.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary team collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.

Staff Nurse

Rawson-Neal Psychiatric Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
10.2004 - 12.2006
  • Looked after the patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, postpartum depression, suicide ideation and manic patients.
  • Duties comprised of counseling, administration of medication, discharge and admission, managing a code situation of a patient with the manic disorder with IM or IV injection for code
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.

RN Charge/Staff Nurse

Nathan Adelson Hospice
Las Vegas, NV
09.2004 - 12.2006
  • Duties as nursing intervention included comfort measures, administration of medication, admission and discharge, pronouncing death and arranging for transportation of the patient to the funeral home.
  • Counseled family members.

RN Staff Nurse

Mountain View Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
12.2005 - 10.2017
  • Provided care to the patient at the Progressive Care Unit where the patients consists of cardiovascular, pulmonary, Neuro, renal failure,.
  • Managing arrhythmia with medication per order of physician and titration of drugs .
  • Provided Nursing Intervention for adult and geriatric population, with hemodynamic monitoring, chest tube, surgical wounds .
  • Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.

RN Staff Nurse

Valley Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
10.2004 - 10.2005
  • As a Registered Nurse duties in the step-down Intermediate Care Unit included taking care of Adults and Geriatrics Patient population that mostly comprised of the cardiovascular accident, renal and general surgical patients.
  • Monitored surgical patients of prostatectomy, appendectomy, TURP, hysterectomy, cholecystectomy and telemetry.

Resident's Counselor

Hiawatha Homes
Rochester, MN
02.2001 - 07.2004
  • Duties included counseling for physically and mentally challenged patients in a group home.
  • Maintained a safe living environment for residents by conducting regular safety checks and enforcing rules and regulations.
  • Worked alongside fellow counselors to create a supportive team environment that promoted collaboration and the sharing of ideas in order to best serve residents.

Education

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner December 2014- December 2016 Adult And Geriatric (ACNPC-AG) - MSN (master's in Science of Nursing)

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2014 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
08.2011 - 11.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
08.1999 - 07.2003

Associate of Arts - Arts

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
08.1998 - 12.1999

Interests

Currently, I am preparing for Critical Care Registered Nurse examination

Certification

  • Basic Life Support American Heart
  • ACLS (needs to renew)
  • Wound care
  • urgent Care Booth CAMP Certification

Languages

Hindi
Full Professional
Urdu
Full Professional

Timeline

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Carelon Health
03.2022 - 03.2025

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Caremore Medical Group
11.2017 - 03.2025

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner December 2014- December 2016 Adult And Geriatric (ACNPC-AG) - MSN (master's in Science of Nursing)

Walden University
08.2014 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of Southern Nevada
08.2011 - 11.2013

RN Staff Nurse

Mountain View Hospital
12.2005 - 10.2017

Staff Nurse

Rawson-Neal Psychiatric Hospital
10.2004 - 12.2006

RN Staff Nurse

Valley Hospital
10.2004 - 10.2005

RN Charge/Staff Nurse

Nathan Adelson Hospice
09.2004 - 12.2006

Resident's Counselor

Hiawatha Homes
02.2001 - 07.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Rochester Community And Technical College
08.1999 - 07.2003

Associate of Arts - Arts

Rochester Community And Technical College
08.1998 - 12.1999
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