Shanna-Kay Williams
Registered Nurse
Queens,NY
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with experience in delivering high-quality care in fast-paced, high-acuity environments. Proven ability to manage complex cardiac patients, invasive cardiovascular procedures, and respond effectively to critical situations. Skilled in hemodynamic monitoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient safety and outcomes. Committed to clinical excellence, continuous professional growth, and evidence-based practice.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Cardiac Catheterization Lab - Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Administer sedation, monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and hemodynamic parameters; promptly recognize and respond to complications.
- Provide nursing care during diagnostic and interventional catheterization procedures, including coronary angiography, peripheral angiogram, PCI, pacemaker insertions, and structural heart procedures.
- Deliver patient education regarding procedures, recovery expectations, medications, and discharge instructions. Maintain sterile technique, ensure accurate documentation, and participate in time-outs and safety checks to promote optimal outcomes.
Registered Nurse: Cardiac Surgery Step-down Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Delivered high-acuity post-operative care for complex cardiovascular patients, including heart transplant, total artificial heart, LVAD, CABG, valve replacement, pacemaker, and post-cardiac catheterization patients.
- Identified and intervened in cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Managed post-operative devices and drains, including chest tubes, wound vacs, Jackson-Pratt drains, and Foley catheters.
- Performed comprehensive assessments, medication administration, patient education, and precise clinical documentation with effective interdisciplinary handoffs.
Emergency Room Nurse Technician
New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
05.2017 - 10.2022
- Measured and documented patient Vital signs, EKG, Glucose checks and completed blood draws
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including, but not limited to, serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients, cleaning and grooming.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving, but not limited to, serious head injuries, cardiac emergencies, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of The West Indies - Mona
Kingston, Jamaica06.2013
Skills
Pre, Intra, and Post-Procedural Patient Care
Moderate Sedation Monitoring
Radial & Femoral Access Management
Emergency Response & Critical Thinking
Technical Skills: EHR (Epic, Cerner), heart failure management tools, defibrillation, telemetry monitoring
Patient Care: Patient advocacy, education, discharge planning, holistic care
Leadership & Collaboration: Teamwork, charge nurse, mentorship of new staff, patient-centered care, communication with interdisciplinary teams
Certification
New York State Registered Nurse
Timeline
American Heart Association Basic Life Support
07-2025
Cardiac Catheterization Lab - Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
01-2025
Registered Nurse: Cardiac Surgery Step-down Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
10.2022 - 01.2025
New York State Registered Nurse
07-2022
Emergency Room Nurse Technician
New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
05.2017 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of The West Indies - Mona