Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Volunteer Experience
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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SHANNAN BIRD

Windsor,CO

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and a respectful attitude.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Women and Infant Services

UC Health MCR
01.2022 - Current


  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.

RN Labor & Delivery/Post-Partum, SANE RN

North Colorado Medical Center
12.2018 - 10.2021
  • Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
  • Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
  • Examinations of people of all ages for the purposes of evidence collection and treatment following sexual assault, strangulation, domestic violence, human trafficking, elder/ at risk and child abuse.
  • Collaborated with physicians and law enforcement to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment, education and resources.

House Supervisor

North Colorado Medical Center
01.2016 - 12.2018
  • Providing administrative supervision of hospital workflow, resource utilization, clinical and non-clinical operations
  • Responded to facility emergency situations, initiated disaster protocol, and facilitated patient placements for all NOCO region
  • Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate facility resources and policies to meet the needs of patients and their families
  • Coordinated staffing needs during emergency situations, ensuring adequate resources were available for patient care.
  • Excelled developing strong interpersonal relationships with team members to achieve positive communication between departments for improved patient flow and satisfaction.


RN Float Pool

North Colorado Medical Center
12.2014 - 01.2016
  • Critically assessed patient's physical and psychological condition and performed established nursing procedure on an ongoing basis
  • In addition to standard float pool assignments, I achieved training and developed the rapport necessary to work the entire hospital including ER, PEDS, Critical Care, PACU, ENDO, ARU, Wound Care, Psych
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.

RN/Case Manager

Rehabilitation and Visiting Nurses Association
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring high-risk patients and proactively addressing potential issues.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by serving as a central point of contact.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple medical conditions, fostering efficient coordination of care for improved quality of life.

RN Medical-Surgical

Medical Center of the Rockies
04.2012 - 01.2013


  • Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.

RN/Case Manager

Professional Home Health Care, Inc.
02.2011 - 04.2012


  • Managed complex cases involving multiple medical conditions, fostering efficient coordination of care for improved quality of life. Therapy catheterizations, PICC line care, complex wound care, and wound vacs
  • Mentored multiple ADN and BSN students as well as training new hires.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure effective collaboration and optimal patient care.
  • Promoted patient autonomy through goal-setting exercises tailored to individual preferences and abilities.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Denver School of Nursing
Denver, CO
12.2010

Bachelor of Science in Psychology -

Regis University
Denver, CO
12.2008

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Case Management
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Management
  • Nursing Staff Leadership
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Care Planning

Accomplishments

Daisy Award nominee and recipient three times

Volunteer Experience

  • Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure, Denver, CO, 2006, Present
  • Project Cure, Greenwood, CO, 2004, Present
  • 3 Hopeful Hearts, Fort Collins, CO, 2009, Present
  • 2022, Present

Affiliations

  • AWHONN member 2019-present, IAFN Member 2021-Present, NCMC Shared Leadership Council 2015-2019

Certification

BLS, ACLS, NRP, STABLE, C-EFM, SANE -A Certification, National FEMA certification

Timeline

RN Women and Infant Services

UC Health MCR
01.2022 - Current

RN Labor & Delivery/Post-Partum, SANE RN

North Colorado Medical Center
12.2018 - 10.2021

House Supervisor

North Colorado Medical Center
01.2016 - 12.2018

RN Float Pool

North Colorado Medical Center
12.2014 - 01.2016

RN Medical-Surgical

Medical Center of the Rockies
04.2012 - 01.2013

RN/Case Manager

Rehabilitation and Visiting Nurses Association
01.2012 - 01.2016

RN/Case Manager

Professional Home Health Care, Inc.
02.2011 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Denver School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Psychology -

Regis University
SHANNAN BIRD