Shannon Mickelson, MSN,RN
Austin,TX
Summary
Experienced leader & provider of nursing care for adults and children in various settings, including travel nursing, acute inpatient care, academia, ambulatory care, and post-anesthesia care unit. Supported students, peers, coworkers, and patients by building trusting relationships and fostering rapport.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School RN
Austin ISD: Mills Elementary
Austin, TX
11.2025 - Current
- Identified and addressed high-value responsibility gaps within school nursing operations.
- Executed health screenings and assessments to evaluate student medical needs.
- Designed and executed personalized healthcare plans in partnership with students, parents, and staff.
- Administered first aid and emergency care to students, ensuring prompt incident response.
- Facilitated student education on health topics, including nutrition, hygiene, and chronic disease management.
- Ensured accuracy of health records while adhering to state regulations and district policies.
- Facilitated collaboration with educators and counselors to enhance student wellness initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by maintaining accurate documentation of student medical records.
- Developed and executed comprehensive care plans to enhance student health outcomes.
Clinical Teaching Assistant
University Of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging instructional support to senior level nursing students, enhancing comprehension of complex clinical concepts and practices.
- Coordinated hands-on lab sessions, fostering a collaborative learning environment that improved student skill proficiency.
- Developed tailored teaching strategies that addressed diverse learning styles, promoting academic success among students.
Clinical Learning Lab Manager
Galen College of Nursing
Austin, TX
12.2023 - 10.2025
- Delivered exceptional learning experiences for ADN and Bridge to BSN students through in-person lab instruction and demonstrations.
- Spearheaded nursing education programs to mitigate future nursing shortages.
- Attained simulation certification to elevate professional expertise.
Preop/PACU Clinical Nurse Manager
St. David's North Austin Surgery Center
Austin, TX
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Oversaw $30 million annual operational budget, enhancing satisfaction among employees, physicians, and patients.
- Spearheaded multiple quality and process improvement initiatives, including vag packer tracker and medication safety programs.
- Recruited and retained high-caliber staff to enhance team performance.
PRN RN Registered Nurse
Stonegate Surgery Center & Hays Surgery Center/Austin
Austin, TX
05.2012 - Current
- Directed care management processes from admission to discharge, ensuring efficient patient flow and quality enhancements.
- Fostered robust customer relationships through proactive engagement and attentive service.
- Exhibited outstanding customer service while guiding associates in cultivating customer loyalty.
- Delivered exceptional patient care across diverse diagnoses, overseeing treatment from initiation to discharge.
Weekend Supervisor PACU
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
Austin, TX
09.2004 - 07.2021
- Cultivated initiatives to enhance patient care, achieve superior outcomes, and elevate nursing staff performance.
- Led and executed daily nursing and operational activities, ensuring exceptional care delivery and fostering comprehensive team development.
- Enhanced delivery of quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center environment.
- Delivered direct patient care, ensuring stabilization and assessment of patients' conditions.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE (MSN) - Nursing Administration
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TexasBACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING (BSN) - undefined
LSU Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LouisianaPRE-NURSING - undefined
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LouisianaHONORS
- Magna Cum Laude- Dean’s List & Sigma Theta Tau
- ICARE Award-St. David’s South Austin Medical Center
- TOPS Honor full-tuition scholarship to LSU
- Chalmette High School Dean’s List, Graduated 6th in class
- Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Alumni Association Recognition of Class Spirit Award
- Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Mary Y. Tunis-Stern Community Activism Award
Certification
- RN | Registered Nurse | RN License Compact License: Texas | RN License # 693090 | Expiration date: 03/31/2025
- BLS | Basic Life Support | Expiration date: 12/31/2025
- ACLS | Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support | Expiration date: 12/31/2025
- PALS | Pediatric Advanced Life Support | Expiration date: 08/31/2025
Timeline
School RN
Austin ISD: Mills Elementary
11.2025 - Current
Clinical Teaching Assistant
University Of Texas At Austin
11.2025 - Current
Clinical Learning Lab Manager
Galen College of Nursing
12.2023 - 10.2025
Preop/PACU Clinical Nurse Manager
St. David's North Austin Surgery Center
08.2021 - 12.2023
PRN RN Registered Nurse
Stonegate Surgery Center & Hays Surgery Center/Austin
05.2012 - Current
Weekend Supervisor PACU
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
09.2004 - 07.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING (BSN) - undefined
LSU Health Sciences Center
PRE-NURSING - undefined
Louisiana State University
MASTER OF SCIENCE (MSN) - Nursing Administration
University of Texas at Arlington