Shakera Hawthorne-Alston
King Of Prussia,PA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record of delivering efficient and optimal care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit. Expertise in patient assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes. Committed to fostering a compassionate environment while implementing evidence-based practices. Recognized for strong communication skills and adaptability to changing situations, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Reading Hospital - Tower Health
Reading, PA
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in fast-paced medical-surgical environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed , IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Registered Nurse, Independent Contractor
Clipboard Health
Walnut, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home, following discharge from the skilled facility.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Performed tracheal suctioning for patients requiring airway clearance.
- Proficient in performing insertion and careful management of Foley Catheters.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Registered Nurse, Independent Contractor
Bravocare
New York, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Visited various skilled facilities to deliver top-quality care and supervise nursing staff on an as-needed basis.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Beaumont At Bryn Mawr
Bryn Mawr, PA
07.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Transcribed phone and verbal physicians' orders into PCC upon a new patient's admission.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Directed and delegated tasks effectively as supervisor.
Licensed Pratical Nurse
Beaumont At Bryn Mawr
Bryn Mawr, PA
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
1700 Spring Garden St Philadelphia.06-2019
Licensed Pratical Nurse Diploma - LPN
Eastern Center For Arts And Technology
3075 Terwood Rd Willow Groove, Pa01-2015
Associate of Science - Associate of Science in nursing
Community College of Philadelphia
1700 Spring Garden St Philadelphia.Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Trachea care
- Intravenous therapy
- G-tube care
- Foley catheter insertion
Certification
- Certificate in BLS
- Certificate in neuromodulators and derma fillers
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Reading Hospital - Tower Health
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Independent Contractor
Clipboard Health
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Independent Contractor
Bravocare
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Beaumont At Bryn Mawr
07.2022 - Current
Licensed Pratical Nurse
Beaumont At Bryn Mawr
08.2018 - 07.2022
Licensed Pratical Nurse Diploma - LPN
Eastern Center For Arts And Technology
Associate of Science - Associate of Science in nursing
Community College of Philadelphia
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
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