SHAKERRA BROWN
Richmond,Texas
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with extensive clinical and leadership experience in evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and quality improvement. Proven track record in reducing readmission rates, enhancing patient outcomes, and implementing innovative strategies to address complex healthcare challenges. Eager to leverage advanced therapeutic expertise, strategic territory planning, and strong stakeholder engagement to drive clinical practice improvements as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL).
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part-Time Adjunct Didactic Faculty
Denver College of Nursing
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered educational content on advanced clinical topics, emphasizing evidence-based practices and therapeutic expertise
- Provided mentorship and constructive feedback to students, fostering professional growth and clinical acumen
Nursing Clinical Instructor
University of St. Thomas (ABSN) and The University of Texas at Arlington
05.2017 - Current
- Guided nursing students in applying evidence-based principles to clinical care, with a focus on critical thinking and decision-making
- Evaluated and supported student proficiency in managing complex patient cases
Manager of Perioperative Services (Ambulatory Care) – Endovascular Radiology
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, Texas
11.2014 - Current
- Established professional relationships with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes in complex disease states, including oncology and radiology
- Implemented PatientTrak and CareSense to optimize communication and streamline patient care pathways, demonstrating a strategic vision for addressing patient needs
- Partnered with leadership to develop nurse-driven protocols, enhancing quality and compliance metrics
- Facilitated education and cross-training initiatives to improve clinical competency and expand service capabilities
- Supported EMR transitions to EPIC, emphasizing integration with Radiant for streamlined operational efficiency
- Improved patient satisfaction and experience metrics (e.g., HCAHPS) and achieved significant operational improvements, including on-time case starts and reduced vacancy rates
Charge Nurse – Lymphoma/Myeloma Outpatient Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
10.2009 - 11.2014
- Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to address unmet patient needs and improve clinical outcomes in oncology care
- Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives and mentored novice nurses in advanced clinical care delivery
Contract Travel Registered Nurse
05.2005 - 08.2009
- Delivered high-quality nursing care across diverse healthcare settings, adapting quickly to varying protocols and patient populations
- Managed complex disease states in oncology, cardiology, and critical care environments
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Executive Leadership
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas08.2024
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Leadership in Health Care Systems
Loyola University
New Orleans, Louisiana05.2012
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Southern University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana12.2003
Skills
- Deep therapeutic expertise in oncology and radiology
- Advanced treatments such as radioligand therapies
- Strategic territory planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Collaboration with thought leaders
- Exceptional communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Adept at conveying complex clinical data
- Proficiency in EMR systems
- Familiarity with clinical trial protocols
- Proven ability to synthesize market dynamics
- Clinical insights
- Shape medical strategies
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- National Association of Healthcare Quality (NAHQ)
- American Organization for Nurse Executives (AONL)
- Texas Nurses Association (TNA)
- Black Nurses Association
- The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)
- The National Association of Health Care Executives (NAHSE)
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Texas
- Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML), AONL
Personal Information
Title: DNP RN, CNML
Relocation
Resides within 50 miles of the specified territory. Available for travel and field-based responsibilities.
Relevantaccomplishments
- Collaborated with VP and quality teams to design risk-reduction strategies, achieving correct-site markings during procedures.
- Enhanced operational efficiency in radiology by reducing contrast extravasations by 45% and improving first-case on-time starts by 35%.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores from the 1st to the 75th percentile in nursing communication and overall rating metrics.
Timeline
Part-Time Adjunct Didactic Faculty
Denver College of Nursing
09.2023 - Current
Nursing Clinical Instructor
University of St. Thomas (ABSN) and The University of Texas at Arlington
05.2017 - Current
Manager of Perioperative Services (Ambulatory Care) – Endovascular Radiology
Houston Methodist Hospital
11.2014 - Current
Charge Nurse – Lymphoma/Myeloma Outpatient Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center
10.2009 - 11.2014
Contract Travel Registered Nurse
05.2005 - 08.2009
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Executive Leadership
The University of Texas at Arlington
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Leadership in Health Care Systems
Loyola University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Southern University
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