Shanteala Harris
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Self-motivated Registered Nurse with a strong focus on enhancing patient experiences through effective communication and teamwork. Demonstrated ability to lead clinical operations and train staff while ensuring compliance with health standards. Seeking a position that values collaborative efforts in delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Staff Leader
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to enhance patient care and ensure effective resource allocation.
- Trained new staff on policies, procedures, and best practices within the department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient services and workflows.
- Assisted with the recruitment process by conducting interviews and making hiring decisions.
- Implemented strategies that streamlined departmental processes and enhanced overall efficiency.
- Fostered an inclusive team culture by promoting diversity and encouraging innovative solutions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Nashville, TN
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Led care as charge nurse in MICU, responding to rapid response and code blue calls across the hospital.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Supported patients and families during challenging situations, enhancing comfort and promoting recovery.
- Educated patients and families on medical treatments, medications, nutrition, hygiene, and preventive health practices to ensure understanding and compliance.
- Educated families on proper homecare techniques for post-discharge planning purposes.
Registered Nurse PCU float
Saint Thomas Hospital
Nashville, TN
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Facilitated comfort for patients and families in challenging situations, enhancing recovery and improving treatment compliance.
- Educated patients regarding treatment medications and side effects.
- Provided emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and caregivers, fostering resilience and coping strategies.
Registered Nurse ICU
Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital
Nashville, TN
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Monitored and managed treatment and care interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored and recorded patient conditions, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects to inform ongoing treatment decisions.
- Administered medication, titrated medication drips, venipuncture, oxygen titration.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and collaborated on developing tailored care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Managed patient data using Cerner EMR system
Float Registered Nurse
Saint Thomas West
Nashville, TN
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Monitored and managed treatment and care interventions to ensure patient safety and effective outcomes.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens and interpreted diagnostic tests to assist in accurate diagnosis and timely treatment.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Administered oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients while monitoring and documenting responses to ensure effective treatment.
- Monitored and documented patient conditions, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects to inform treatment adjustments and ensure patient safety.
- Coordinated care with physicians and clinical staff to prepare for treatments and implement interventions, enhancing continuum of care and patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Registered Nurse, Neuro ICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
- Executed patient treatment steps based on comprehensive review of physician medical regimen, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Followed strict safety measures by verifying medication dosages prior to administration, minimizing risk of errors.
- Provided clear information on care and medications to patients and caregivers, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN01-2017
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN05-2015
Skills
- Proficiency in Nursing
- Staff training
- Time optimization
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Critical care management
Timeline
Clinical Staff Leader
Vanderbilt Medical Center
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2023 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse PCU float
Saint Thomas Hospital
05.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse ICU
Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2022
Float Registered Nurse
Saint Thomas West
10.2019 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2019 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse, Neuro ICU
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
02.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Nashville State Community College