SHANNON PADIA
Alamosa,CO
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified Medical Surgical RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Offering 6+ year record in field and looking for challenging, travel nurse position.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Travel RN-Transplant/Hepatology/MDSS Unit
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources.
- Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
- Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
- Effectively delegates patient care to ancillary personnel. May precept student nurses and new hires.
- Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment, and take appropriate action. Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Med Surg Floor/Charge RN/PRN ER, RN
SLV Health- Regional Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
- Oversaw operations of talented team of nurses and patient care technicians, verifying proper staffing and allocation of resources within 26-bed medical-surgical floor.
- Responsible for assisting, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care to accepted nursing and hospital standards of care relevant to acute care nursing.
- Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas such as ER, OB and the COVID Unit.
- Responsible for completing admits, transfers and discharges and instructing patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment and examination of patients.
- Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies physician of patients condition and reaction to medications, treatments, and significant incidents.
- Responds to all situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Participates in department or unit quality improvement activities.
- Responsible for supervising subordinates in performing their duties, assisting with the orientation and teaching of new employees in the clinical setting with the assistance of the nursing education department.
- Responsible with the assistance of the nursing education department for teaching personnel in the area of new techniques and change in policy.
- Participated in the clinical experience when nursing students are in the clinical setting.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Improved care outcomes with proactive education, communication and guidance for patients and family members.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Contract Travel RN
Presbyterian Hospital-Main
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Contract Travel RN
Penrose Saint Francis Medical Center
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Supervisory RN
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Supervised CNA's and Personal Care Providers caring for VA patients in their homes, delivering consistent coaching and mentoring to improve job efficiency.
- Responsible for evaluating the PCP needs of the patients and assuring that they receive quality care in order to assist them to recover/maintain their health.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Assisted with client in receiving needed personal care to foster independence and well-being.
Hospice RN
Hospice Del Valle
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Provided skilled direct nursing care to Hospice patients in the comfort of their home.
- Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
- Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in such tasks as pain management, wound care and medication dosing.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered needed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers and physicians.
Clinic LPN
Department of Veteran’s Affairs, Alamosa CBOC
12.2013 - 04.2016
- Functioned in a clinical setting independently with little or no supervision.
- Used VISTA and CPRS proficiently on a daily basis.
- Conducted health screenings, provide patient education, immunizations, and requested patient consults as needed.
- Approached each interaction with patients, co-workers, and supervisor with professionalism and respect.
- Successfully performed all assigned procedures such as EKGs, PFT’s, foley catheter insertions and removals, dressing changes, ear lavage's, PICC line dressing changes, lab draws, etc, without accurately.
- Obtained and prepared lab samples and pack them correctly in order to be transported to DVA lab by courier.
- Kept daily check lists up to date including PAPR, eye wash station and AED.
- Gathered and entered (into the appropriate systems) pertinent clinical information for providers and/or Team RN for urgent patient complaints.
- Triaged Veterans when RN or MD is not available.
- Checked in veterans and assisted MD’s with Hep C, Psychiatry, MOVE and telederm telehealth clinics before telehealth tech was hired.
- Administered injections as ordered, to include immunizations, testosterone, rocephin, solumedrol, allergy, B-12, and IM pain medications.
- Administered and educated veterans on correct use of nebulizer treatments and inhalers.
- Educated Vet's on correct insulin injection, blood glucose monitoring, and home blood pressure machine technique.
- Ordered needed medical supplies, office supplies and needed medications in a timely manner and made sure that nothing is outdated.
- Always interacted with others with the goal of increasing or maintaining the overall effectiveness of the clinic.
LPN/Charge Nurse
Rio Grande Nursing Home
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Effectively managed clinical oversight for 55 bed unit.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
- Oversaw and managed a number clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Preceptor in orienting, educating and training less experienced RN’s and LPN’s.
- Developed and implement nursing care plans.
- Assessed need for, order, obtain and interpret appropriate lab tests.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Responsible for completing admits, transfers and discharges and instructing patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully document progress of residents and closely monitor acute conditions.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepare them for lab testing.
- Assisted in appointment scheduling and arranging transportation to and from appointments.
- Provided comfort care for residents and family at end of life and work closely with Hospice.
- Set up, irrigated, inserted and irrigated urinary catheters, placed and irrigated NG tubes and applied sterile and clean dressings.
LPN
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center, Veterans Nursing Home
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Chronic/acute patient care in Long Term Care unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 25 patients per shift.
- Assessed need for, order, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
- Authorized drug refills and provide detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
- Assisted in appointment scheduling and arranging transportation to and from appointments.
Home Health LPN
Alamosa County Nursing
03.2005 - 07.2013
- Rendered hands-on care of the patient in their homes, educated them and their family about the medical procedures and precautions in accordance with physician orders.
- Responsible for evaluating the nursing needs of the patients and assisting them to recover/maintain their health.
- Prepared accurate, orderly and timely reports and documentation, maintaining proper record of tests conducted.
- Provided basic and advanced wound care, utilizing knowledge gained from working side by side and under the direction of a certified wound care nurse for over five years.
- Reported patient care/condition/progress to patient's physician and Case Manager on a continuous basis and at times of emergency.
- Successfully performed all assigned procedures such as foley catheter insertions and removals, dressing changes, ear lavage's, PICC line dressing changes, lab draws, etc, without mistakes.
- Maintained effective working relationships with peers and providers and was consistently available to others for consultation or assistance.
- Administer injections as ordered, to include immunizations, testosterone, rocephin, solumedrol, allergy, B-12, and IM pain medications.
- Set up and administered PO and IV medications as ordered by physician.
- Administered and educated patients on correct use of nebulizer treatments and inhalers.
- Responded to all patient needs, taking into consideration emotional, spiritual, and age related factors of each patient.
Rehab LPN
SLV Health-RMC Rehabilitation Unit
06.2004 - 05.2005
- Educated patients on how to live with and appropriately manage chronic illnesses and injuries.
- Established long and short-term goals for therapeutic services to encourage patient progress.
- Responsible for medication administration, preparation and documentation.
- Provided comfort care and support to patients and families in health risk situations.
- Responded to resident and family concerns.
- Assisted in coordinating admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Consulted with other medical providers including physicians and ancillary services such as PT.
- Maintained a positive working relationship with patients, visitors, physicians and facility staff.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trinidad State Junior College
Alamosa, CO11.2005
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Misys/Allscripts, Paragon, MediTech EMR & Epic
- Possess excellent computer skills and can adapt easily to new software
- Proficient in use and maintenance of medical/nursing equipment
- Possess excellent knowledge of nursing process
- Bilingual and able to interact effectively with diverse populations of clients and communities
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills
- High level of personal accountability
Certification
- Obtained RN License in the state of Wyoming May 21, 2015 Lic# 35489. This license was transferred to the state of Colorado, June 17, 2015. Lic# 1633639.
- Obtained LPN License in the state of Colorado 08/26/2004 Lic# PN.004155.
- BLS certification from American Heart Association, Expires 05/31/2023
- ACLS certification from American Heart Association, Expires 04/30/2023
- PALS certification from American Heart Association, Expires 04/30/2023
References
Shannon Muniz, BSN,RN - SLV Health-RMC
Shannon.Muniz@slvrmc.org (719)587-6230
Clorinda Chavez-Martinez, Client Care Manager - Visiting Angels
Ccmartinez@visitingangels.com (719)588-2811
Laura Martin, FNP - Alamosa County Nursing & SLV Health-RMC
Martinla@vwhs.org (719)588-5810
Carla Clore, BSN, RN, CMS, RN - Clinical Manager - St. Francis Medical Center
CarlaClore@centura.org (719)571-5440
Cathy Martinez, BSN, RN
Cmartinez14@phs.org (505)724-6192
Daniel Rosenthal, MSN, RN, CCRN - Nurse Manager - Transplant & Hepatology Unit - UChealth, University of Colorado Hospital
Daniel.Rosenthal@uchealth.org (720)848-4342
Julie Lombard MBA, BSN, CEN - Nurse Manager - Medicine Specialties Services Unit - UChealth, University of Colorado Hospital
Julie.Lombard@uchealth.org (720)848-4867
Timeline
Contract Travel RN-Transplant/Hepatology/MDSS Unit
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Contract Travel RN
Presbyterian Hospital-Main
04.2022 - 07.2022
Contract Travel RN
Penrose Saint Francis Medical Center
10.2021 - 04.2022
Med Surg Floor/Charge RN/PRN ER, RN
SLV Health- Regional Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
Supervisory RN
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
08.2016 - 05.2020
Hospice RN
Hospice Del Valle
04.2016 - 02.2017
Clinic LPN
Department of Veteran’s Affairs, Alamosa CBOC
12.2013 - 04.2016
LPN/Charge Nurse
Rio Grande Nursing Home
09.2013 - 01.2014
LPN
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center, Veterans Nursing Home
09.2013 - 01.2014
Home Health LPN
Alamosa County Nursing
03.2005 - 07.2013
Rehab LPN
SLV Health-RMC Rehabilitation Unit
06.2004 - 05.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trinidad State Junior College