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Shannon Walters

Brownsburg,IN

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors and other nursing professionals to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Eagle Highlands Surgery Center
Indianapolis, IN
06.2020 - Current
  • Admitted patients to surgery center. Assess patients' medical history, perform necessary tests (according to protocol and orders), and collaborate with all departments of surgery to ensure that the patient is optimally prepared for their procedure.
  • Educate patients and their families on what is expected during surgery and discharge instructions to effectively care for them when recovering at home.
  • Calm and reassure patients and families while in a heightened mental state.

Registered Nurse, Surgery

IU Health Methodist Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
06.2002 - Current
  • Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • I can scrub and circulate multiple disciplines. I can also perform as the charge nurse when needed.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and colleagues in the OR setting.

Registered Nurse, Surgery

IU Health West Hospital
Avon, IN
05.2018 - 03.2021
  • Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers during surgeries.
  • Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room at all times.
  • I also worked in the Recovery Room where I monitored patients' pain management levels throughout their recovery process post operatively.
  • Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Anderson University
Anderson, IN
05-2002

Skills

  • Family and Patient Support
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Medical Screening
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • Emergency Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Procedure Preparations
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Interpersonal Relationship

Personal Goal

  • Looking to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing support to them and their family/caregivers. I desire to make a difference in this population. I have a personal stake as I have two special needs children.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Eagle Highlands Surgery Center
06.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse, Surgery

IU Health West Hospital
05.2018 - 03.2021

Registered Nurse, Surgery

IU Health Methodist Hospital
06.2002 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Anderson University

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