Shannon Elam
Pryor,OK
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Retried
NA
11.2016 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Director of Pre Operative Testing
Oklahoma Physicians Hospital
02.2014 - 11.2016
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
Nursing Supervisor
Hillcrest Hospital
02.2005 - 03.2014
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for [Number] nurses and support personnel.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Southcrest Hospital
04.2000 - 03.2005
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through compassionate communication and education on treatment options.
- Supported departmental goals by actively participating in committee meetings, contributing to policy revisions, and staying informed on current industry trends.
- Served as liaison between the nursing team and other healthcare professionals involved in patients'' care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and address complex medical issues.
- Prioritized urgent/emergency situations appropriately while also balancing routine care needs of patients.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between healthcare settings by collaborating closely with case managers and other care providers.
Charge Nurse, Post Partum
Southcrest Hospital
08.1999 - 04.2000
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
Charge Nurse, Trauma
St Johns Hospital
06.1997 - 04.1999
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Expedited critical decision-making processes during emergencies by effectively communicating with other healthcare professionals under high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, monitoring, and documenting vital signs, lab results, and medical histories.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop optimal treatment plans, resulting in faster recovery times for patients.
- Reduced complications for critically ill patients through the implementation of individualized care plans based on each patient''s unique needs.
- Provided expert wound care management to trauma ICU patients with complex injuries, promoting healing and reducing infection rates.
- Mentored new nurses within the unit, contributing to their professional growth and overall team success.
- Served as a resource to other units within the hospital on trauma-related topics, fostering collaboration and sharing of best practices across departments.
Education
Associate in Nursing
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK05.1997
Skills
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Chest Tube Management
- Airway Management
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
Timeline
Retried
NA
11.2016 - Current
Director of Pre Operative Testing
Oklahoma Physicians Hospital
02.2014 - 11.2016
Nursing Supervisor
Hillcrest Hospital
02.2005 - 03.2014
Clinical Coordinator RN
Southcrest Hospital
04.2000 - 03.2005
Charge Nurse, Post Partum
Southcrest Hospital
08.1999 - 04.2000
Charge Nurse, Trauma
St Johns Hospital
06.1997 - 04.1999
Associate in Nursing
Tulsa Community College
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