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Shantay Anderson RN

Dallas,TX

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with clinical practicum experience, committed to delivering high-quality healthcare. Demonstrates proficiency in developing comprehensive care plans and providing patient and family education. Recognized for a compassionate bedside manner and expertise in discharge management. Adept at maintaining accurate case documentation and facilitating effective communication among healthcare staff and families. Seasoned Assistant Director of Nursing known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in clinical leadership, regulatory compliance, and staff development, ensuring quality patient care and operational excellence. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, contributing to improved healthcare outcomes and a positive working environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Director of Nursing

Mesquite Tree Nursing Center
Mesquite, TX
10.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
  • Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
  • Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
  • Coordinated the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care plans.
  • Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
  • Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
  • Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
  • Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.

Director of Nursing/Registered Nurse

Mira Vista Court Nursing and Rehabilitation
Fort Worth, TX
04.2018 - 09.2023
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Boosted patient outcomes by prioritizing nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reporting on each patient's status.
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
  • Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
  • Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers.
  • Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
  • Cared for more than 30 patients each shift while delegating assignments and supervising junior team members to handle needs of 30-bed Acute-care unit.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
  • Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
  • Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
  • Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
  • Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
  • Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
  • Created reports summarizing patient outcomes based on data collected from various sources.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Care Staff Of Dallas
Dallas, TX
09.2011 - 02.2019
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.
  • Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Marine Creek Nursimg Home
Fort Worth, TX
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Designed strategies to resolve nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and propose plans to enhance quality and safety initiatives hospital-wide.
  • Worked with management to identify and implement initiatives to increase nursing staff retention, morale and satisfaction.
  • Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
  • Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
  • Planned and spearheaded in-service educational programs focusing on fall safety, skin care and adherence to core measures.

Education

Nursing

Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX
08.2018

Skills

  • Electronic charting
  • Unit administration
  • Staff performance evaluations
  • Updating computer records
  • Intake and discharge
  • Critical care
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • Coordinating referrals
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Shift scheduling
  • Care coordination
  • Clinical leadership
  • Quality control
  • Behavioral health
  • Patient education

Certification

  • ACLS and BLS certification
  • Registered Nurse in the State of Texas, License number 963246
  • Infection Control certification

Timeline

Assistant Director of Nursing

Mesquite Tree Nursing Center
10.2023 - Current

Director of Nursing/Registered Nurse

Mira Vista Court Nursing and Rehabilitation
04.2018 - 09.2023

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Marine Creek Nursimg Home
08.2014 - 06.2016

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Care Staff Of Dallas
09.2011 - 02.2019

Nursing

Concorde Career College

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