Shannon Hood
Neely,MS
Summary
Seasoned LPN Charge Nurse with over 18 years of considerable experience in providing primary patient care in the geriatric, clinic and correctional setting.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Medical management
CMM- Minnehaha County Jail
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
12.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and wound care treatments nightly to incarcerated individuals in accordance with protocols.
- Preformed blood sugar and Tb checks.
- Provided clinic medications, such as, suboxone and methadone when indicated. Monitored for changes or reactions to medications.
- Provided sick call visits on the units when necessary for acute symptoms, such as, dental concerns, and injuries.
- Provided education on health issues to inmates, promoting wellness and prevention.
- Identified potential mental health problems among inmates and referred them for further evaluation or treatment.
- Informed correctional officers about any special medical needs of the inmates they are responsible for monitoring.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate of inmates.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving injuries or illness from fights between inmates or attempted suicides.
- Provided emotional support to inmates who were struggling with mental health issues. Offered diversion techniques, such as, finger tapping and mindfulness.
- Documented all inmate evaluations, treatments, medications administered, diagnosis and outcomes in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists and other medical staff members to provide comprehensive healthcare services to inmates.
Clinic Nurse
Coastal Family Health Clinic
Leakesville, Mississippi
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory results, and other health data.
- Assisted physicians with exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to clinic standards.
- Answered patient questions regarding their medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Managed inventory of supplies to ensure adequate stock levels at all times.
LPN Charge Nurse
Greene County Health and Rehab
Leakesville, MS
03.2012 - 12.2018
- Oversaw medication administration to 30 patients daily, monitoring and documenting responses.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Delegated and prioritized tasks to care aides and monitored for needed improvements in care.
- Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to the Rn supervisor and Physician as needed.
- Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes, and sepsis.
- Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
- Provided skills such as: wound care, blood draws, IM and sub Q injections, Insertion and maintenance of foley catheters, Peg tube placement, O2 treatment, vital signs, enemas.
- Works with a team to provide complete and holistic care.
- Provide care to terminal patients using compassion and dignity.
- I have worked at this facility for approximately 9 years and have held different positions. I have worked 12 hours day shift and night shift as I am presently working. I have worked as treatment nurse and as social service administrator. I have worked prn while holding positions at other facilities. I enjoy learning new skills and methods and I am not afraid of change.
- Perform covid swabs and immunizations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS07.2008
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, ALSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
North Hennepin Community College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Diabetes management
- EKG administration
- Mental health support
Certification
- Lpn License - active 2008- multi state compact license
- BLS Training - active 2026
Timeline
Correctional Medical management
CMM- Minnehaha County Jail
12.2022 - Current
Clinic Nurse
Coastal Family Health Clinic
12.2018 - 12.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Greene County Health and Rehab
03.2012 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
North Hennepin Community College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bishop State Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College