Shannon Carlsrud
Brandon,FL
Summary
Motivated Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate with inpatient and outpatient clinical experience in acute care oncology. Currently working as a Nurse Extern at Moffitt Cancer Center, floating across multiple inpatient units and supporting delivery of safe, patient-centered care. Strong foundation in the nursing process, patient assessment, clinical documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Able to prioritize care, recognize changes in patient condition, and support post-operative and medical-surgical patients. Seeking to begin a Registered Nurse role in a structured nurse residency program.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern (Float Pool)
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa, FL
02.2026 - Current
- - Float between multiple inpatient units including medical-surgical and post-operative care environments
- - Support registered nurses in implementation of the nursing process
- - Perform and document patient assessments, vital signs, and blood glucose monitoring in Cerner
- - Assist with post-operative care, mobility, hygiene, and fall prevention
- - Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the interdisciplinary team
- - Perform bladder scans and assist with urinary catheter care and output monitoring
- - Assist with EKG procedures and specimen collection
- - Support admissions, discharges, and patient education
- - Maintain infection prevention and patient safety standards
- - Prioritize and manage multiple patient care tasks in a fast-paced environment
Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT)
Moffitt Cancer Center
02.2024 - 09.2024
- - Performed EKGs, vital signs, and preoperative patient assessments
- - Assisted with patient intake and surgical readiness
- - Maintained accurate documentation and supported clinic workflow
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa, FL
07.2021 - 08.2023
- - Performed venipuncture and central line (implanted port) access using sterile technique
- - Verified patient identification and ensured accurate specimen collection and labeling
- - Documented procedures in the electronic health record (EHR)
- - Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to support timely diagnostic testing
Medical Assistant Extern (CMA Externship)
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa, FL
05.2021 - 06.2021
- - Completed clinical externship training in outpatient oncology setting
- - Assisted with venipuncture, patient intake, and vital sign collection
- - Observed and supported clinical workflows, patient care procedures, and interdisciplinary communication
- - Developed foundational skills in patient interaction, infection prevention, and clinical documentation
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Brandon, FL06-2026
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - undefined
Southern Technical College
Brandon, FL06-2021
Skills
- Nursing Process
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Judgment
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Post-Operative Care
- Patient-Centered Care
- Infection Prevention
- Patient Safety
- Care Coordination
- Electronic Health Records (Cerner)
- Clinical Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Patient Education
- Time Management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association
- Florida Registered Nurse License — Pending (Expected 2026)
Timeline
Nurse Extern (Float Pool)
Moffitt Cancer Center
02.2026 - Current
Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT)
Moffitt Cancer Center
02.2024 - 09.2024
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Moffitt Cancer Center
07.2021 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant Extern (CMA Externship)
Moffitt Cancer Center
05.2021 - 06.2021
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - undefined
Southern Technical College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University