Shannon Martin
Hanover,MD
Summary
Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital and outpatient settings. Experience spans across trauma, surgical, medical and neurologic ICU, as well as home health environments. Passionate about providing programs and services in support of growth and healing for patients across the health continuum. Active listener with direct communication style and compassionate, non-judgmental approach to build patient/employee trust and rapport. Outside-the-box thinker with strong crisis resolution skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Maryland, Baltimore
12.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Assistant Nurse Manager, ICU
University of Chicago Medical Center
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Managed scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
- Assisted in budget management, optimizing resource allocation to maximize patient care quality without compromising fiscal responsibility.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, Neuro ICU
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
03.2011 - 05.2016
- 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.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Home Health Nurse
Munster Community Hospital
05.2007 - 03.2011
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from hospital discharge to home-based care by coordinating necessary resources and support systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN05.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL05.2007
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement
- Department management
- Hiring and Terminations
- Staff Development
- Conflict Management
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Nursing License- Illinois 041.363644
- Nursing License- Maryland R250423
- CPR- American Heart Association (exp. 2025)
- ACLS- American Heart Association (exp. 2025)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University of Maryland, Baltimore
12.2020 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager, ICU
University of Chicago Medical Center
06.2016 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, Neuro ICU
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
03.2011 - 05.2016
Home Health Nurse
Munster Community Hospital
05.2007 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Prairie State College
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