Shana Waller

• Assisted in managing patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
• Supported nursing staff with daily operational tasks and patient assessments.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to implement effective communication strategies.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
• Managed challenging situations calmly and professionally, contributing to a positive work environment for staff members.
• Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and progress updates.
• Assisted with recruitment efforts including interviewing prospective LPN candidates and providing feedback on selection decisions.
• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
• Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
• Worked at least 24 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Helped Assisted Living residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
• Managed schedule for 30+ staff (LPN and PCA)
• Assisted residents with scheduling appointments and transportation set up.
• Managed 60 bed ALF/Limited Memory Unit. Evaluating residents for admission, overseeing admission process.

Provided patient education related to disease process

Delivered expert wound care across multiple severity levels.

Enhanced patient comfort by aiding in bathing routines.

Ensured patient understanding of prescribed medications.

Obtained laboratory samples including blood, urine.

Provided catheter care.

• Administered medications/injections and monitored patient responses for safety and efficacy.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.