Shannon Starke

Administered IV therapy and used conscious sedation during procedures and surgeries.

Monitored post-op vitals, set up fluids, reviewed / implemented post-op orders and oriented patients to unit.

Maintained patient charts and confidential files in a medical office setting.

• Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
• Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
• Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
• Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.

Assisted with bedside procedures such as endoscopy procedures, colonoscopy procedures, central line placement, chest tube placement, intubations, and arterial line placement.

• Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives within the ICU department.
• Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and modify individualized care plans.
• Applied evidence-based practices to wound care, preventing infections and promoting healing.
• Maintained detailed patient records, documenting care provided and patient progress.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

Primary care, assessment and evaluation of adult patients.

Counseled and educated patients about health issues and wellness.

Monitor acute conditions.

Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.

Effectively supervised LVNs, NAs and non-clinical staff.

Self-directed with astute judgment skills.

Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.

Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

• Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
• Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
• Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
• Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
• Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
• Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
• Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
• Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
• Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.

Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

Provided necessary health education training for patients.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.

Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.

Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.

Provided palliative care in private home settings and long term care facilities ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.

Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.

Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD, cancer and asthma.

Provided care to dying patients within nursing homes.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.

Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.

Partnered with a team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.

Provided necessary health education training for patients.

Utilized astute judgment skills to determine necessary patient care.

Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.

Maintained patient charts and confidential files.

• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
• Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
• Administered conscious sedation
• Assisted physician with surgical procedures
• Arranged appointments between parties for mediation.

Charge nurse on adult critical care unit.

Oversaw an average of 8-16 patients per shift.

Effectively supervised  LVN's, NA's, and non-clinical staff.

Self-directed with astute judgment skills.

High level of personal accountability.

Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.