Shannon Kowalski
Cutler Bay,FL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience in treating and caring for patients with professional expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency/Trauma Department
Jackson South Medical Center
Miami, FL
09.2016 - Current
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
RN, Emergency Department
Florida Medical Staffing
Orlando, FL
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Provided primary care for patients in the Emergency Department.
- Responded to codes and other emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Conducted triage assessments of incoming patients to prioritize care needs.
- Identified potential risk factors or complications during treatment of emergent cases.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations or central line insertions.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
RN
Baptist Health
Miami, FL
07.2003 - 07.2015
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in an emergency setting.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Provided leadership during emergency situations ensuring high standards of patient safety are met.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLSkills
- Emergency and Trauma Experience
- Nursing Assessment
- Medical Emergency Triage
- Trauma Recovery
- Emergency Procedures
- Quick Problem Solver
- Critical Thinking
- Collaborative Care Planning
- Medical Record Auditing
- Compassionate
- ICU Experience
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
Certification
- TNCC
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency/Trauma Department
Jackson South Medical Center
09.2016 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
Florida Medical Staffing
08.2015 - 07.2016
RN
Baptist Health
07.2003 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
- TNCC
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
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