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Shanicqua Lyons

Kennesaw,GA

Summary

Patient-focused and empathetic Registered Nurse seeking position with growing medical practice. Bringing experience, care, and extensive knowledge to help improve patient outcomes.

Healthcare professional skilled in managing nursing teams and ensuring high standards of patient care. Proven success in implementing care plans and improving operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments. Strong skills in patient assessment and emergency response.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Charge Nurse

Lakeview Health
03.2022 - 09.2024
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and streamlined operational workflows.
  • Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and service delivery processes.
  • Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and promoting a culture of excellence.
  • Developed staff scheduling strategies to optimize resource allocation and enhance team efficiency.
  • Analyzed patient data to inform treatment adjustments and improve overall healthcare delivery standards.
  • Led training sessions on new protocols and technologies, ensuring team proficiency and compliance.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.

Registered nurse ICU

Orange Park Medical Center
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Provided care in a 20 bed Med surge ICU unit
  • Monitored patient vital signs and notified attending physicians of changes. Assisted physicians with emergent situations.
  • Administered IV, oral, injections, and feed tube medications as directed.
  • Educated family on patient conditions in a compassionate way. Assisted with conflict resolution in tense situations.
  • EKG interpretation, started IVS, Managed ventilators, catheters, feeding tubes, and other life support equipment.
  • Delivered patient-centered care in high-acuity settings, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and performed advanced nursing procedures to stabilize patients' conditions.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment options, recovery processes, and post-discharge care instructions.

Registered Nurse Rehab

Tides edge recovery
05.2020 - 02.2021
  • Provide direct patient care to a diverse group.
  • COWS CIWA assessment
  • Assess , create, and revise care plans.
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Lab draws
  • Led group therapy sessions
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and health promotion strategies.
  • Monitored patient vitals and health status, documenting changes to inform clinical decisions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.

Registered Nurse Med surge

Brooks Hospital
11.2019 - 11.2020
  • Provide discharge planning for acute post rehab patients.
  • Start and Manage IVS
  • Trach and G tube management
  • Initiate Enteral feedings and medication administration.
  • Measure, assess and care for patient wounds.
  • Assess and create care plans for new admissions.
  • Lab value assessment
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and collaborating with medical teams for timely interventions.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment options and recovery processes.

Licensed Practical Nurse

All American health care agency
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Provide direct patient care to a diverse group.
  • Administer routine and as needed oral and intramuscular medications.
  • Initiate Enteral feedings
  • Patient teaching

Licensed Practical Nurse

Maxim Healthcare
07.2017 - 01.2018
  • Pediatric home health experience
  • Advanced assessment
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Trach/g tube experience
  • Wound care.

Petty officer third class

U.S. Navy
05.2011 - 05.2015
  • Work center supervisor managed the efficiency and readiness of 25 sailors
  • Acted in accordance with Chain of command.
  • Gauge calibrations.
  • Lee helms and gas turbine engineer
  • Honorable discharge
  • Supervised daily operations of personnel, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Coordinated training programs for junior sailors, enhancing skill development and operational efficiency.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, resulting in increased team productivity.

Education

Associates of Science - Nursing

Jersey College School of Nursing
Jacksonville, FL

Licensed practical Nursing Program - undefined

Fortis College
Norfolk, VA

H.S. Diploma - undefined

Phoenix H.S
Lawrenceville, GA

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision-making
  • Clinical leadership
  • Care coordination
  • Team leadership

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS INSTRUCTOR

Timeline

Charge Nurse

Lakeview Health
03.2022 - 09.2024

Registered nurse ICU

Orange Park Medical Center
02.2021 - 03.2022

Registered Nurse Rehab

Tides edge recovery
05.2020 - 02.2021

Registered Nurse Med surge

Brooks Hospital
11.2019 - 11.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse

All American health care agency
01.2018 - 07.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse

Maxim Healthcare
07.2017 - 01.2018

Petty officer third class

U.S. Navy
05.2011 - 05.2015

Licensed practical Nursing Program - undefined

Fortis College

H.S. Diploma - undefined

Phoenix H.S

Associates of Science - Nursing

Jersey College School of Nursing

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