Shannah Borders
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Patient-oriented RN with 4+ years of experience in multiple adult, acute care specialties. Proficient in EMR charting and compassionate patient care. Adaptive to change and eager to learn.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel RN- Med Surg/Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
Travel RN- Cardiothoracic Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted in reducing hospital readmissions through comprehensive discharge planning and thorough patient education on self-care management strategies.
- Assessed and managed medical devices such as chest tubes, epidurals, and IV pumps
Travel RN- Neuroscience Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed patients recovering from neurosurgery and spinal procedures
- Facilitated care for patients with internal or external EEG monitoring
- Provided compassionate and developmentally appropriate care to patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries
Travel RN- Adult Admission Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with withdrawal
- Completed admission processes on multiple patients per shift to ensure timely transfers to inpatient units
- Worked closely with the emergency department as RN float, based on staffing needs
Travel RN- Respiratory Rescue and Palliative Care
Aya Healthcare
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation, providing tracheostomy care as needed
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
Staff RN- Cardiothoracic Stepdown
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Maintained quality care and comfort for post-cardiac and post-thoracic surgery patients
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols through preceptorship
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY05.2019
Skills
- Mentorship
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork
- Patient Advocacy
- EPIC and Cerner Charting Systems
- Proficiency in Multiple Specialties
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Travel RN- Med Surg/Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
10.2023 - 03.2024
Travel RN- Cardiothoracic Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 09.2023
Travel RN- Neuroscience Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
10.2022 - 04.2023
Travel RN- Adult Admission Stepdown
Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 10.2022
Travel RN- Respiratory Rescue and Palliative Care
Aya Healthcare
03.2022 - 07.2022
Staff RN- Cardiothoracic Stepdown
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
07.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
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