Shanice Burns
NEWBURGH,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UVMMC Central Vermont Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Epic software for documentation.
Admission Ambassador & Peer Orientation Leader
SUNY Orange Community College
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted team with operational policies and procedures to drive services.
- Enhanced student orientation experience by organizing interactive activities and icebreakers.
- Ensured student success by providing resources, guidance, and support throughout the orientation process.
- Assisted with transition to college life by providing one-on-one support.
- Served as a positive role model for incoming students, promoting a welcoming and inclusive campus environment.
- Collaborated with fellow Orientation Leaders for seamless event planning and execution.
- Implemented creative strategies for engaging diverse groups of students in meaningful conversations about college life.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Negotiated with vendors to reduce office supply costs, leveraging bulk purchase agreements.
Nursing Assistant (Float)
Garnet Health
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Med Surge, ICU, PCU, ED, Oncology, BHU
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Managed approximately 1:12 per shift
- Promoted safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, contributing to effective treatment outcomes.
- Insert and care of Foley catheter.
- Teaching/ enforcing usage of incentive spirometer.
- Epic software for documentation
Assist Standard & Regulations Officer
Ministry of Health
01.2011 - 09.2011
- Microsoft Office daily, Customer Service entailed, Liaise with Account Office
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date financial spreadsheets and databases for reliable reference.
- Prepared and posted financial journal entries using technically relevant software.
- Supported organizational account management duties under direct supervision.
- Managed sensitive information responsibly, maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
Nursing Assistant
Mustard Seed Communities "My Father's Home"
04.2010 - 07.2010
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Nursing Duties
Harrison Memorial of the Aged
01.2010 - 03.2010
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Orange Community College
Middletown, NY05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Nurse Assistant
Eastern School of Practical Nursing
Jamaica01.2010
01.2010
01.2010
Some College (No Degree) -
PreUniversity
JamaicaHigh School Diploma -
The Queen's High School
Jamaica01.2007
01.2007
01.2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Diabetes management
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Wound Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Lab result interpretation
- Performing EKGs
- Mental Health Nursing
- Care Planning
- Seizure Management
- Taking vitals
Accomplishments
- Texas Southern University - Honor Roll List Spring 2021
- SUNY Orange Community College - Dean's List Fall 2021
- SUNY Orange Community College - Student Trustee 2022 - 2023
- SUNY Orange Community College - Student Senate 2022 - 2023
- SUNY Orange Community College - Student Government Treasurer 2022 - 2023
- Associate degree Nursing Degree - May 2024
Certification
- Registered License - Multistate
- BLS
Additional Information
UVMMC Nursing Professional Governance - Activie
Texas Southern University – Honor Roll List Spring 2021 SUNY Orange Community College – Dean’s List Fall 2021 SUNY Orange Community College - Student Trustee 2022 –2023 SUNY Orange Community College - Student Senate 2022 - 2023 SUNY Orange Community College - Student Government Treasurer 2022 - 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UVMMC Central Vermont Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant (Float)
Garnet Health
07.2023 - 05.2024
Admission Ambassador & Peer Orientation Leader
SUNY Orange Community College
06.2022 - 08.2024
Assist Standard & Regulations Officer
Ministry of Health
01.2011 - 09.2011
Nursing Assistant
Mustard Seed Communities "My Father's Home"
04.2010 - 07.2010
Nursing Duties
Harrison Memorial of the Aged
01.2010 - 03.2010
- Registered License - Multistate
- BLS
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Orange Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nurse Assistant
Eastern School of Practical Nursing
Some College (No Degree) -
PreUniversity
High School Diploma -
The Queen's High School
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