Shanorrow Wright
Dublin,GA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 13+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
10.2017 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered call lights from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accord Healthcare, Inc.
09.2011 - 10.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted patient to all appointments.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed bowel care regiment nightly on patient.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Maintain the integrity of patients skin graft.
- Transferred patient from wheelchair to bed.
- Cooked patient's meals.
- Feed patient all of his meals.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Chapelwood Nursing Home
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Supervised nursing assistants and unlicensed staff members, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures for quality care provision.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dublinair Nursing Home
05.2011 - 01.2013
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Taylor And Karoly
05.2006 - 01.2009
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Ordered labs through Labcorp and ensured blood was processed properly.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
Medical Assistant
Community Health Systems, CHS
05.2004 - 08.2006
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Store Manager
Exxon Gas Station
08.1997 - 02.1999
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
- Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
- Cultivated strong team by hiring motivated individuals and fostering collaborative workplace, leading to improved store performance.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards, maintaining safe environment for both staff and customers.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Chamberlain University School of Nursing
Atlanta, GA08.2024
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Heart of Ga. Technical College
Dublin, GA05.2011
High School Diploma -
East Laurens High School
Dublin, GA05.1995
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Care
- Compassionate Care
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Care
- Medication Dispensing
- Immunization Administration
- Catheter Care
- Charting and recording
- CPR/AED
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Responsible and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Observation
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
10.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Chapelwood Nursing Home
01.2015 - 02.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accord Healthcare, Inc.
09.2011 - 10.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dublinair Nursing Home
05.2011 - 01.2013
Medical Assistant
Dr. Taylor And Karoly
05.2006 - 01.2009
Medical Assistant
Community Health Systems, CHS
05.2004 - 08.2006
Store Manager
Exxon Gas Station
08.1997 - 02.1999
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Chamberlain University School of Nursing
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Heart of Ga. Technical College
High School Diploma -
East Laurens High School
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