Shanida Loctor
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Professional committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Promoted wellness, safety, and dignity through evidence-based practice and empathetic patient interactions, contributing to improved health outcomes. Thrived in fast-paced healthcare environments by leveraging teamwork, adaptability, and clear communication to support patients and families.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Kansas City, Missouri
07.2026 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Managed medication administration per safety protocols and established guidelines.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed care plans in various clinical environments.
- Documented patient progress and treatment plans utilizing electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient support and enhance overall care quality.
- Educated patients and families regarding health conditions and recovery processes.
- Inserted catheters and feeding tubes while monitoring patients' comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care across settings.
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center - Lee Health
Fort Myers, Florida
08.2024 - 07.2026
- Provide high-quality nursing care to acutely ill, post-surgical, and step-down patients requiring close monitoring and complex assessments.
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results to identify and respond to changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Administer medications, IV infusions, and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and maintain accurate, detailed electronic medical records (EMR) documentation.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, post-discharge care, and health management, enhancing recovery and reducing readmission risks.
- Operate and manage advanced medical equipment such as cardiac monitors, infusion pumps, and oxygen delivery systems.
Phlebotomist
Lee Memorial Hospital
Fort Myers, Florida
03.2023 - 05.2024
Phlebotomist
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
East Orange, New Jersey
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection safely and accurately on patients of all ages, following proper identification and labeling procedures.
- Processed and transported blood, urine, and other specimens following laboratory protocols and infection control standards to ensure safety and accuracy.
- Verified test orders and accurately entered patient information into laboratory information system (LIS) to support reliable testing results.
- Maintained specimen integrity through proper storage, handling, and chain-of-custody procedures, safeguarding test quality.
- Assist in routine laboratory duties such as centrifuging specimens.
Phlebotomist
Family Health Centers of SW Florida
Lehigh Acres, Florida
07.2022 - 02.2023
Nursing Assistant
Hackensack Meridian Health
Westwood, New Jersey
02.2019 - 07.2021
Nursing Assistant
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
Atlantic City, New Jersey
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Delivered direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Measure and record vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiratory rate accurately.
- Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or emotional conditions to nursing staff promptly.
- Assist with patient mobility, positioning, and safe transfers using proper body mechanics and lifting techniques.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment by changing linens, cleaning equipment, and ensuring infection control compliance.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, fostering dignity and comfort during care.
- Assist nurses with specimen collection, intake/output documentation, and other delegated clinical tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hodges University
Fort Myers, FL12-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJ12-2021
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA07-2026
Skills
- Patient assessment & monitoring
- Medication administration
- IV therapy & line management
- Catheter insertion & maintenance
- Wound care & dressing changes
EMR documentation
- Clinical Technology
- EKG interpretation
Critical Thinking & Leadership
- Prioritization & time management
- Decision-making under pressure
- Critical Thinking & Leadership
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHHS
- Phlebotomy
- Registered Nurse Multistate
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses
Accomplishments
- Honor Roll Student
- Daisy Award Nominee
- Employee of the month
- Spirit Awards
- Sigma Delta Honor Society Member
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Member
- The National Society of Leadership & Success
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center - Lee Health
08.2024 - 07.2026
Phlebotomist
Lee Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2024
Phlebotomist
Family Health Centers of SW Florida
07.2022 - 02.2023
Phlebotomist
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
12.2021 - 06.2023
Nursing Assistant
Hackensack Meridian Health
02.2019 - 07.2021
Nursing Assistant
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hodges University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Atlantic Cape Community College
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Liberty University