Shandell Nash
Norman,OK
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional pursuing an Associate Degree in Nursing at Oklahoma City Community College. Experienced in direct patient care, maternal support, and emotional guidance as a birth doula, and caregiver. Committed to promoting safe and empowering birth experiences while providing holistic support to mothers and newborns. Proficient in nursing care within Labor & Delivery and Mother-Baby units, dedicated to serving families with empathy and professionalism.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Birth Doula
Blossom and Glow Birth Services
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided emotional physical support, including massage, guided breathing, and positioning
- Advocated for clients' birth plans and informed decision-making through prenatal education
- Maintained postpartum care and provided breastfeeding assistance
Veterinary Technician
University Animal Hospital
05.2007 - 02.2008
- Assisted with surgical prep, anesthesia, and post-operative care
- Educated pet owners on pet health and aftercare
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK5 2012
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK5 2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2026
Skills
- Patient care and advocacy
- Breastfeeding support
- Postpartum care
- Birth planning and support
- Communication and collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Healthcare Experience
- Birth Doula, Blossom and Glow Birth Services, 12/23 - 08/24, Provided emotional and physical support, including massage, guided breathing, and positioning, Advocated for clients' birth plans and informed decision-making through prenatal education, Maintained postpartum care and provided breastfeeding assistance
- Veterinary Technician, University Animal Hospital, 05/07 - 02/08, Assisted with surgical prep, anesthesia, and post-operative care, Educated pet owners on pet health and aftercare
Certifications And Clinical Skills
- Birth Doula Training & Childbirth Education, DONA, 11/23 - 12/23
- Lactation Basics for Doulas, DONA, 11/23 - 12/23
- CPR/BLS Certified
- First Aid & Emergency Response
- Lactation & Breastfeeding Support
- Patient Monitoring & Vital Signs Collection
- IV & Foley Catheter Insertion
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Birth Doula
Blossom and Glow Birth Services
10.2023 - 08.2024
Veterinary Technician
University Animal Hospital
05.2007 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Oklahoma
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Oklahoma City Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
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