Shana Turner
Greenville,SC
Summary
Dynamic Staff Nurse with extensive experience, excelling in emergency care and patient safety. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through critical thinking and effective triage. Skilled in advanced life support and compassionate patient education, fostering a supportive environment. Committed to teamwork and continuous professional development. Healthcare professional prepared for demanding emergency care environments, offering significant experience in acute care management. Proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient care. Known for adaptability and reliability in fast-paced, high-stress situations, with strong skills in patient communication and clinical decision-making.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
AnMed Health
02.2023 - Current
- Administered emergency care and interventions to patients in critical conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions efficiently.
- Assisted in triaging patients to prioritize treatment based on severity of conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and follow-up care instructions.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate patient documentation.
- Mentored new staff members, enhancing team proficiency in emergency procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and timely care for patients in the emergency department.
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients and families during high-stress situations, promoting a positive healthcare experience.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities relating to emergency nursing, maintaining a high level of competency and staying informed on the latest evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis and treatment.
- Reduced wait times for critical interventions by swiftly implementing life-saving treatments according to established protocols.
- Utilized advanced nursing skills such as IV insertion, wound care management, EKG interpretation, splinting/casting application among others to provide exceptional patient-centered care.
- Followed facility policies, OSHA safety rules and HIPAA regulations to maintain legal compliance.
- Developed strong assessment skills through rapid evaluation of diverse patient populations presenting with various illnesses or injuries.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers by effectively addressing concerns or questions related to treatment plans, prognosis, and overall care management.
- Ensured safety and quality of care by adhering to infection control practices and hospital policies.
- Prepared, administered, and documented medications and intravenous infusions on physician orders.
- Managed challenging medical cases involving trauma, cardiac events, stroke, respiratory distress, mental health crises, and more.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently triaging, assessing, and prioritizing emergency department patients.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students completing their clinical rotations in the emergency department setting; offering guidance on best practices related to clinical decision-making processes.
- Mentored newly-hired nurses, assisting them in acclimating to the fast-paced emergency department environment.
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure while managing multiple tasks concurrently in an unpredictable and fast-paced environment.
- Prevented medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering medications and verifying orders.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Administered medications and treatments according to protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Supported patients and family members with confident, soothing approach as they handled medical crises.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
USC Upstate
Spartanburg, SC12-2022
Skills
- Preceptorship
- Patient safety
- Clinical judgment
- Airway management
- Advanced life support
- Emergency care
- Resource utilization
- Critical incident stress management
- Emergency triage
- Problem-solving
- Compassionate and caring
- Critical thinking
- Creative problem solving
- Patient education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Critical care nursing
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- CPR/AED
- Adaptability
- Physical assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Teamwork and collaboration
Organizations
Unit council president
American Nurses Association
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
AnMed Health
02.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
USC Upstate