Shan Billups
Buffalo
Summary
ICU Nurse with extensive experience managing critically ill medical and neuro patients, including ventilator support and complex hemodynamic monitoring. ACLS-certified and skilled at responding quickly and effectively in high-pressure situations. Former U.S. Army 68W, bringing discipline, strong decision-making, and teamwork to every clinical setting. Committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering collaboration and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Professional Nurse
Catholic Health
Buffalo, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinate and deliver comprehensive, high-acuity care for critically ill medical and neurological ICU patients, including those requiring advanced hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and continuous life-sustaining therapies.
- Rapidly assess, identify, and respond to acute changes in patient condition, utilizing strong critical thinking skills and ACLS certification to lead or actively participate in code situations and other emergent interventions.
- Function effectively within a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, physical therapists, and case management to develop and implement individualized, patient-centered care plans.
- Prioritize and delegate responsibilities to nursing support personnel (LPNs, CNAs, and techs) while maintaining accountability for patient outcomes, ensuring safe, efficient workflow and adherence to ICU standards of care.
- Administer and titrate high-risk IV medications, including vasoactive drips, sedatives, paralytics, and anticoagulants, while closely monitoring for therapeutic effectiveness and adverse effects.
- Support patients and families during critical illness through clear communication, education, and compassionate end-of-life or goals-of-care discussions when appropriate.
68W Health Care Specialist
US Army
Buffalo, NY
06.2019 - 06.2025
- Served as a 68W Health Care Specialist and E-5 Evacuation Squad Leader, supervising and mentoring junior medics while overseeing medical readiness, training, and operational preparedness of the squad.
- Led medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) operations in training and/or operational environments, coordinating casualty collection, triage, stabilization, and safe transport to higher echelons of care while maintaining situational awareness and mission alignment.
- Directed and executed Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) interventions under high-stress and austere conditions, ensuring rapid hemorrhage control, airway management, IV/IO access, and trauma stabilization prior to evacuation.
- Managed personnel accountability, task delegation, and performance evaluation for squad members, fostering discipline, technical proficiency, and adherence to Army standards.
- Planned and conducted medical training for Soldiers and Combat Lifesavers, improving unit casualty response capability and overall mission readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
D'Youville University
Buffalo, NY05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2022
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Mechanical Ventilation & Hemodynamic Management
- Vasoactive Drip & Sedation Titration
- ACLS-Certified Emergency Response
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care
- Trauma Assessment & Rapid Stabilization
- Leadership & Team Training
Accomplishments
Honorable discharge
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Registered Professional Nurse
Catholic Health
08.2025 - Current
68W Health Care Specialist
US Army
06.2019 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
D'Youville University
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University At Buffalo