SHANNON M. LIEDTKE
Hillsboro
Summary
Highly Skilled Registered Nurse (BSN) with 10+ years of specialized Hospice experience in the management of advanced-stage cancer and complex, life-limiting disease states. Expertise in rapid clinical assessment, symptom management, complex pain protocols, and IV administration. Committed to holistic, integrative patient care, utilizing Harvard-accredited Nature-as-Medicine training and Forest Therapy principles to support patient resilience and quality of life. Recognized for comprehensive education and expert care coordination.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Field Nurse
Providence Home Services, Westside
01.2015 - Current
- Collaborated directly with oncologists and physicians to develop and execute comprehensive, individualized care plans focusing on complex symptom management, cancer pain control, and stability for patients with advanced disease.
- Managed a full caseload of patients, utilizing strong case management skills to coordinate resources and performing high-stakes phone triage for acute clinical issues, rapidly determining the need for intervention or escalation of care.
- Provided seamless multidisciplinary care coordination with pharmacists, social workers, and specialized therapists to optimize patient outcomes and holistic well-being.
- Delivered comprehensive, culturally sensitive patient and family education on disease progression, side effect management, medication regimens, and self-care strategies to promote adherence and empower patients.
Charge Nurse
Marquis Mt Tabor
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Functioned as Charge Nurse, directing and coordinating the activities of multidisciplinary staff (nursing assistants, PT, hospice) to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced skilled nursing and long-term care environment.
- Provided advanced pain management and complex symptom relief for medically fragile patients, including those with cancer-related complications.
- Maintained proficiency in high-acuity procedures, including PICC line care, IV medication administration, and tracheostomy care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Linfield School of Nursing
01.2009
Skills
- Clinical Procedures: PICC Line Care, IV Medication Administration, Tracheostomy Care, Specialized Wound Care, Tube Feedings (enteral), Central Line Dressing Changes
- Symptom Management: Advanced Pain Management, Symptom Relief, Crisis Intervention, Triage
- Therapeutic Communication & Support: Expert facilitation of complex, emotion-laden discussions regarding diagnosis and goals of care in high-anxiety situations Skill in providing trauma-informed support to patients and families navigating critical and life-altering health crises
- Integrative & Holistic Care: Trained in Nature-as-Medicine (Harvard-accredited program) to integrate evidence-based Nature interventions into clinical care plans Skill in utilizing Nature Connection and Forest Therapy principles to reduce patient stress, improve mood, and enhance quality of life during treatment
- Case Management: Multidisciplinary Care Coordination, Patient Advocacy, Medication Reconciliation, Ethical Decision-Making
- Patient and family education for in-home patient safety, symptom management
Certification
- Forest Therapy Guide Accredited by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT)
- Nature-as-Medicine Training Harvard-accredited Program
Timeline
Hospice Field Nurse
Providence Home Services, Westside
01.2015 - Current
Charge Nurse
Marquis Mt Tabor
01.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Linfield School of Nursing