Shannon Busscher
Hudsonville
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in anesthesia and pain management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective pain control strategies and collaborative care coordination. Strong critical thinking skills applied in high-pressure environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Anesthesia
Anesthesia Practice Consultants
Grand Rapids
06.2012 - Current
- Coordinated acute pain service, facilitating pre-surgical blocks and managing indwelling catheters.
- Assisted with epidural and spinal placements during labor, ensuring effective pain control for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and administered injections to support medical procedures.
- Applied critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations promptly and effectively.
Registered nurse, family practice
Grand Valley Health Plan
Grand Rapids
05.2001 - 05.2012
- Delivered direct patient care across diverse clinical environments.
- Advocated for patient needs and coordinated interdepartmental services.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed population-based programs for diabetes, asthma, and cancer.
Registered nurse, Cardiothoracic
Spectrum Health
Grand Rapids
01.1998 - 04.2001
- Assessed patient conditions and reported significant changes to medical team.
- Educated patients regarding health management and post-discharge care plans.
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Recorded vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects accurately.
- Collaborated effectively within a team while maintaining independent work capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI12-1996
Skills
- Pain management strategies
- Medication administration techniques
- Critical thinking skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Anesthesia
Anesthesia Practice Consultants
06.2012 - Current
Registered nurse, family practice
Grand Valley Health Plan
05.2001 - 05.2012
Registered nurse, Cardiothoracic
Spectrum Health
01.1998 - 04.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
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