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Shandrea Palmer-Pollard

Conyers,GA

Summary

An experienced, dedicated, professional RN over 26-years whose passion is Psychiatric-Behavior Health Nursing, possessing 12 years of leadership experience in various, fast-paced hospitals, serving as Charge Nurse nearly 3 years. An organized, detail-oriented, resourceful leader who thinks critically, acting responsively to resolve problems, multi-tasking with a high degree of accuracy. A proven expert handling high-stress, crisis and emergency scenarios, maintaining a calm patient milieu with empathy, compassion, and professionalism, advocating for patients and family members, communicating respectfully, consistently developing strong, long-term, professional relationships. A reliable team player and asset to any nursing team, going above and beyond the call of duty implementing patient-centered care to promote health.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Herzing University BSN, RN Graduate

Herzing University
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Earned BSN Degree
  • Cum Laude, 3.69 GPA
  • Exemplary Honors & Dean's List 2021 - 2023

COVID-19 Testing & Infection Control RN

BAS Healthcare
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Infection Control and Prevention RN for Warner Bros. on location of movie sets, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Donned PPE, N95 masks, and face shields, social distancing and adhering to CDC guidelines and protocols
  • Screened and assessed employees for COVID-19, conducting Rapid Tests for up to 125 employees daily, using Abbott machines, confirming results with LabCorp.
  • Documented test results, reporting positives to COC.
  • Maintained the laboratory and refrigeration environment according to CLIA guidelines and protocols, disinfecting surfaces, checking temperatures, performing quality controls and calibrations of Abbott Machines for quality assurance and accuracy, documenting in CLIA logs.
  • Trained new nurses, adhering to proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Occupational Health - COVID-19 Support RN

Resource Employment Solutions
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Assessed plant employees, diagnosing COVID-19, preventing epidemic by restricting work pending documentation of clearance & (-) COVID-19 test.
  • Emailed Managers regarding employees' return to work requirements, maintaining confidentiality.
  • Conducted applicants' physical exam, medical history, and drug screen & refer to Occupational MD for clearance.
  • Handled employee calls at 42 U. S. locations & assist with return to work, employment, etc.
  • Maintained accurate employee records with confidentiality, attaching MD documentation & test results documenting illness, time away, returns, exams, H&P, etc.

Psychiatric-Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
11.2011 - 06.2020
  • Triaged and assessed adolescents and adults experiencing overdose, crisis, and other psychiatric emergencies, requiring admission to Psychiatric-Behavioral Health Crisis Stabilization Unit, preventing self-harm or harm to others.
  • Implemented patient-family-centered care per an individualized care plan with team of interdisciplinary professionals, preventing noncompliance, reoccurring and destructive relapse, crises, and early readmission.
  • Acted swiftly and professionally to respond to volatile and violent situations, preventing patient harm, restoring safety and security for patients and staff.
  • Educated clients to use effective coping methods inpatient, to alleviate anxiety, self-harm, relapse and early readmission upon discharge.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention to redirect negative behaviors.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Herzing University
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Associate of Science - Nursing

Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA

Skills

  • Basic Life support
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Attention to Detail
  • Health Promotion
  • Empathic & Compassionate Care

Timeline

Herzing University BSN, RN Graduate

Herzing University
08.2021 - 08.2023

COVID-19 Testing & Infection Control RN

BAS Healthcare
10.2020 - 12.2021

Occupational Health - COVID-19 Support RN

Resource Employment Solutions
07.2020 - 10.2020

Psychiatric-Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
11.2011 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Herzing University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Columbus Technical College

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Columbus Technical College
Shandrea Palmer-Pollard