Shana Pritchett, BSN, RN
6529 Snug Harbor Dr. Willowbrook,IL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
Downers Grove, IL
2008 - Current
- Worked closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers to develop customized treatment plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advised patients on the potential impact of medications and suggested modifications to improve their lifestyle.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Site Supervisor/Nutritionist
CEDA-WIC
Chicago, IL
2001 - 2002
- Counseled clients regarding breast feeding education and taught nutrition classes for pregnant women and post-partum women. Created and updated care plans for mother and baby.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of daily reports, timesheets, and necessary documentation as requested by management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO12-2007
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Illinois Benedictine University
Lisle06-1996
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Team Coordination
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Counseling
- Compassion and Empathy
- Nursing Plan Development
- Family and patient support
- IV drug therapy management and IV set up
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Hospice Care
- Patient education and counseling
- Physical assessments
- Direct Patient care, relationship building, culturally sensitive
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient care planning
- Taking vitals
Certification
- Registered Nurse; State of Illinois
- BLS, Adult/Pediatric CPR/AED
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) Certification 2016-2018
- Orthopedic Nurses Certification (ONC) 2018-2021
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award nominee 2023
Affiliations
- Team lead and auditor of COAST initiative for Unit 41/42/43
- Skin bedside assessments team lead for Unit 50 (2019) Unit 42/43 (2021-2022)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
2008 - Current
Site Supervisor/Nutritionist
CEDA-WIC
2001 - 2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Illinois Benedictine University
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