Shannon Saltarelli
Greensburg,Pennsylvania
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience in diverse healthcare settings, adept at developing and executing high-quality treatment plans for patients with a wide range of conditions. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and drive positive health outcomes. Committed to continuous improvement and staying current with industry advancements to deliver exceptional care. Skilled in fostering empathetic patient relationships, ensuring personalized and effective treatment approaches.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Independence Health Care
Latrobe, PA
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health promotion strategies.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to streamline patient admissions and discharge processes.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Allegheny Health Network - Forbes
Monroeville, PA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Documented nursing care, response to therapy and treatments in patient record to meet standards.
- Gathered information on new admissions to ER department to create comprehensive medical history.
- Delegated and supervised patient care activities in healthcare settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs and alerted physicians to changes and concerns.
- Triaged injuries and illnesses to appropriate department zones and activated rapid response or trauma teams.
- Function as lead RN in trauma team and resuscitative care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
SmartCare Medical Solutions
Kittanning, PA
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Documented nursing care, response to therapy and treatments in patient record to meet standards.
- Gathered information on new admissions to ER department to create comprehensive medical history.
- Delegated and supervised patient care activities in healthcare settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs and alerted physicians to changes and concerns.
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Maxim Health - Select Specialty
Latrobe, PA
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated with various health care team members to plan, assess and implement patient care plans.
- Maintained strict compliance with measures for reducing infectious spread across medical facilities and equipment.
- Monitored 2-3 patient conditions simultaneously and interpreted data for proper care and treatment, evaluating responses to interventions and treatments.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skill of moderate sedation process.
- Possessed knowledge of cardiovascular medications, pressors and antiarrhythmic agents, including dosing, side effects and drug interactions.
- Monitored all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
Nursing Supervisor, RN
Platinum Ridge
Tarentum, Pennsylvania
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Recognized changes requiring nursing intervention and implemented appropriate care to reduce risks.
- Informed physicians of changes in patient conditions and nursing needs.
- Maintained accurate and complete records.
- Developed and implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility or medical unit.
Registered Nurse, Clinical Decision Unit
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Assessment and monitoring of ill and injured patients.
- Liaison between Physicians, Advanced Practice Professionals and Patients.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records in EPIC for patient treatments and status updates, as well as unit activities.
- Consulted with healthcare team to plan and implement patient treatment protocols.
- Educated patients, family members, and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions.
- Maintain proficiency in:
- EKG identification and monitoring
- IV starts
- Phlebotomy
- Medication Administration (IV, IM, SQ, PO, PR and TD)
Certified Nursing Assistant / Medical Technician
Barnes Place
Latrobe, PA
05.2013 - 06.2014
- Responded immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment and alerted medical staff to emergency situations.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and other caregivers to exchange information about patient conditions, treatment plans, and activities.
- Monitored patient condition by recording vitals including blood pressure, respiration rates, and body temperature.
- Worked alongside dining room personnel to ensure that patients received the correct meals and that all residents were able to eat.
- Monitored patient medications and encouraged them to take medications and nutritional supplements as prescribed.
- Observed condition of patients by examining, including checking of existing conditions, such as open wounds or detecting blood in urine.
- Worked with patients to assure that they participated in exercises and therapeutic activities.
- Helped residents with daily living tasks including feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene.
- Supported the social and emotional needs of patients by providing caring companionship.
Certified Nursing Assistant / Medication Technician
Washington Commons
Bridgeville, PA
02.2012 - 04.2013
- Responded immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment and alerted medical staff to emergency situations.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and other caregivers to exchange information about patient conditions, treatment plans, and activities.
- Monitored patient condition by recording vitals including blood pressure, respiration rates, and body temperature.
- Monitored patient medications and encouraged them to take medications and nutritional supplements as prescribed.
- Observed condition of patients by examining, including checking of existing conditions, such as open wounds or detecting blood in urine.
- Helped residents with daily living tasks including feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene.
- Supported the social and emotional needs of patients by providing caring companionship.
Education
Registered Nurse -
Citizens School of Nursing
Tarentum, PA05.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Hempfield Senior High School
Greensburg, PA05.2009
Skills
- Patient relations
- Problem-solving
- Update electronic charts
- Administer medication
- IV Starts
- Diagnostic assessment
- Prioritization
- Coordination
- Wound care
- Phlebotomy
- EKG identification and monitoring
- Care planning
Certification
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NIHSS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Independence Health Care
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Allegheny Health Network - Forbes
06.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
SmartCare Medical Solutions
06.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Maxim Health - Select Specialty
10.2021 - 06.2022
Nursing Supervisor, RN
Platinum Ridge
03.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse, Clinical Decision Unit
Allegheny General Hospital
08.2020 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant / Medical Technician
Barnes Place
05.2013 - 06.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant / Medication Technician
Washington Commons
02.2012 - 04.2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Hempfield Senior High School
Registered Nurse -
Citizens School of Nursing