Shannon Hunter
Cookeville,United States
Summary
Dynamic RN, BSN with extensive experience at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, excelling in patient care coordination and thorough assessments. Proven track record in pharmaceutical management, enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and compassionate support. Recognized for reducing hospital-acquired infections and fostering a collaborative environment among multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, BSN, Staff Nurse
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville, TN
06.1987 - 09.2021
- Provided comprehensive patient care by assessing health status and coordinating treatment plans.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered intravenous medications and treatments while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to pain medication to address complications.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
RN, BSN, Home Health
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville, TN
06.1987 - 09.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient progress, ensuring continuity of care between visits.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies, such as medication management, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate open communication and seamless care coordination.
- Provided wound care management expertise, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current treatment plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on ongoing assessment data.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment, minimizing risks for injury among patients.
- Coordinated resources such as medical equipment rentals or community support services for patients in need, streamlining access to essential assistance options.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from hospital to home care settings by collaborating with discharge planners and healthcare professionals.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs, leading to appropriate interventions and referrals when necessary.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough patient education on managing chronic conditions at home.
- Trained family members on caregiving techniques, empowering them to better support their loved ones during the recovery process.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes with diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention for any changes.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
RN, BSN, Director of Obstetrics
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville, TN
02.1999 - 06.2006
- Assigned the preceptor and mentorship of new OB staff for a 3-9 month preceptor program, depending on experience, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging development of cutting-edge solutions.
- Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
RN, BSN, Case Management
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville, TN
11.1998 - 11.1999
- CM/Utilization Review were relatively one and same during these years: worked very closely with OB doctors, Pediatricians and Anesthesia to streamline supplies in L&D/PP and the Nursery to be most cost effective as a unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans taking into account the supplies, how the unit ran and transitioning into Mother-baby unit from a three stage unit.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive measures, and implementing new procedure/ equipment such as mandatory Hearing Screenings.
- Fostering professional development and clinical skills improvement with new procedures
- Led training sessions for old and new nursing staff on protocols and best practices as the Unit was changing and upgrading to a new style, new protocol, and new equipment.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery by send staff frequently to Vanderbilt for education classes needed to keep up skills and any licensure they may not be able to obtain at out hospital.
RN, BSN, Adjunct Faculty
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN
08.1995 - 12.1997
- Helped Senior nursing students administer medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes to PP Intrapartum and PP OB patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans intra and postpartum
- Educated PP patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies during PP stage for mom and baby.
- Mentored senior nursing students, promoting best practices in patient care, safety protocols, and best patient outcomes for mom/baby/family in the PP period transitioning home.
- Responsible for critiquing care plans ensuring all facets of the patient/baby's care plan were devised with safety, up to date standards of care facilitating the family as a whole has all the knowledge needed to care for the mom/baby unit successfully at home.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN06-1989
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Vanderbilt
Nashville, TNHigh School Diploma -
Putnam County Senior High School
Cookeville05-1984
Skills
- Pharmaceutical management
- Patient care coordination
- Thorough patient assessments
Certification
- ACLS, Safety Techniques & Response Training - 12/2024- 12/2026
- BLS, Safety Techniques & Response Training- 12/2024- 12/2026
Timeline
RN, BSN, Director of Obstetrics
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
02.1999 - 06.2006
RN, BSN, Case Management
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
11.1998 - 11.1999
RN, BSN, Adjunct Faculty
Tennessee Technological University
08.1995 - 12.1997
RN, BSN, Staff Nurse
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
06.1987 - 09.2021
RN, BSN, Home Health
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
06.1987 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Vanderbilt
High School Diploma -
Putnam County Senior High School