Shannon Shelly
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse with 2 years of specialized advanced practice experience working alongside cardiologists to deliver comprehensive cardiovascular care for patients with acute and chronic heart maladies. Possesses high level of education and training to diagnose, treat and manage conditions that affect complex cardiovascular system. Promotes optimal cardiovascular health through health counseling, screening and stress tests and disease prevention and management strategies. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
St Luke's Health Network
02.2022 - Current
- Manage and implement patient care for cardiovascular needs such as rapid atrial fibrillation, angina, and myocardial infarction.
- Provide post operative care for the following: Thoracic Surgical, Vascular bypass Surgical, Cardiac Cath, Carotid Endartectomy, Aortic Abdominal Aneurysm repair, GI postsurgical, Valve replacement, Pacemaker placement, Vats, etc.
- Manage wound vacs and chest tubes based on patient needs and physician orders.
- LVAD certified with experienced care monitoring complications, managing equipment and emergency situations, establishing dressing change protocols, organizing daily life activities, determining rehabilitation needs, ensuring use of medicines
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Delegate and supervise two patient care assistants per shift.
- Provide nursing care by completing physical assessments, patient education, administration of medications, and closely monitoring patient health status and recovery.
- Provide adequate documentation for patient assignment on EPIC Computerized Charting System.
- Collaborate with health care professionals to formulate a plan of care based of patient needs.
- Attend in services on new floor equipment. Participate in staff meetings based on floor needs.
- Experience in admitting and discharging patients in a timely manner focusing on admitting diagnosis and core measures.
- Educating patients based on their admitting diagnosis and patient needs.
- Assist the healthcare staff during treatment or examinations.
Personal Care Aide
St Lukes Health Network
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for increased comfort and quality of life.
- Expertly managed emergency situations that arose during care provision, remaining calm under pressure while executing necessary protocols.
- Utilized adaptive equipment when needed to promote independence in daily living tasks for clients facing physical challenges or limitations.
- Conducted thorough assessments of new clients'' needs to develop appropriate care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Encouraged healthy habits among clients by preparing nutritious meals according to dietary requirements while respecting individual preferences.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, keeping accurate records and reporting any concerns to healthcare providers promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA12.2021
Skills
- A strong background in patient safety and patient education
- Solid time management skills and organizational skills
- Excellent patient service skills, well-spoken and neat appearance
- Telemetry monitoring
- Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Peripheral Vascular Disease Care
- Pacemaker Management
- Hard-working, dependable, honest, and willing to take initiative
- Cardiovascular Assessment
Certification
- Pennsylvania License RN
- LVAD certified nurse 2022-present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2022-Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2022-Present
Timeline
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
St Luke's Health Network
02.2022 - Current
Personal Care Aide
St Lukes Health Network
06.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Pennsylvania College of Technology
- Pennsylvania License RN
- LVAD certified nurse 2022-present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2022-Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2022-Present
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