Shamiya Eason
Cordova ,TN
Summary
Accomplished Pediatric Home Health Nurse at MGA Homecare, adept in tracheostomy care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Enhanced patient safety through infection control, achieving 95% compliance. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities, optimizing care plans for pediatric patients. Proven track record in fostering family education and navigating complex healthcare systems.
Personable and compassionate healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and leadership. Extensive knowledge of medical protocols and patient management, with expertise in medication administration and critical thinking. Committed to fostering supportive environment and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
MGA Homecare
Memphis, TN
04.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by pediatricians, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Educated families on care plans, fostering understanding of medical conditions and treatments.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Assisted families in navigating complex healthcare systems and insurance processes, alleviating stress and confusion during difficult times.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child''s unique needs.
- Provided skilled nursing care for pediatric patients with tracheostomies requiring continuous mechanical ventilation.
- Performed routine tracheostomy care, suctioning, tracheostomy tube maintenance, and emergency airway management.
- Monitored ventilator settings, assessed respiratory status, and responded appropriately to changes in patient condition.
- Managed G-tube feedings, medication administration, and seizure precautions for medically fragile pediatric patients.
- Maintained accurate home health documentation while following physician orders and agency protocols.
Charge LPN
Shelby Oaks Post Acute
Memphis, TN
07.2024 - Current
- Supervise and coordinate nursing care for residents in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, and post-acute settings.
- Complete comprehensive patient assessments and monitor for changes in condition, reporting significant findings to providers promptly.
- Administer oral, IV, IM, subcutaneous, enteral, and topical medications while ensuring medication safety and regulatory compliance.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Delegate nursing assignments to LPNs, CNAs, and nursing assistants while ensuring quality patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Perform wound assessments, dressing changes, negative pressure wound therapy (wound VAC) management, and infection prevention interventions.
- Monitor and interpret vital signs, laboratory results, blood glucose levels, and patient responses to treatments.
- Respond to medical emergencies, initiate appropriate interventions, and coordinate transfers to higher levels of care when indicated.
- Complete admissions, discharges, transfers, and comprehensive nursing documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Ensure compliance with CMS, OSHA, HIPAA, infection control standards, and state and federal regulations.
- Provide patient and family education regarding medications, disease processes, rehabilitation goals, and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, pharmacists, dietitians, and case managers to optimize patient outcomes.
- Mentor and support nursing staff through clinical guidance, education, and performance oversight.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, incident investigations, fall prevention programs, and risk management activities.
- Maintain a safe environment by ensuring proper equipment use, infection prevention practices, and adherence to facility policies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shiftkey
Memphis, TN
01.2020 - 2024
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall health standards within the facility.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elite Medical Staffing
Little Rock, AR
01.2020 - 2022
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Memphis Health and Rehab
West Memphis, AR
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms to promote safety and hygiene.
Education
Practical Nursing -
East Arkansas Community College
Forrest City, AR05.2024
Associate of Arts -
Arkansas State University Midsouth
West Memphis, AR05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Health Studies
Arkansas State University Midsouth
West Memphis, AR05.2021
High School Diploma -
West Memphis High School
West Memphis, AR05.2018
Skills
- Home safety evaluation
- Catheter care
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
- Electronic medical records
- Medication administration
- Medical terminology
- Tracheostomy care
- Palliative care
- Behavioral intervention
- Seizure management
- Equipment calibration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Oxygen therapy
- Gastrostomy management
- Ventilator support
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient monitoring
- Privacy and confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric care
- Care coordination
- Treatment implementation
- Care plan adherence
- Post-surgical care
- Pediatric care
- Chronic disease management
- LPN oversight
- Continuity of care
- Clinical documentation and reporting
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Dementia care
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Intravenous therapy
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
Certification
- BLS
- IV THERAPY
- NIHSS
- LPN
Timeline
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
MGA Homecare
04.2025 - Current
Charge LPN
Shelby Oaks Post Acute
07.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shiftkey
01.2020 - 2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elite Medical Staffing
01.2020 - 2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Memphis Health and Rehab
07.2018 - 08.2019
Practical Nursing -
East Arkansas Community College
Associate of Arts -
Arkansas State University Midsouth
Associate of Applied Science - Health Studies
Arkansas State University Midsouth
High School Diploma -
West Memphis High School