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Shantelle Coke

McDonough,GA

Summary

I am an experienced Direct Care Registered Nurse for the past 24 years with strong Progressive Care Experience and Medical Surgical experience I am efficient with managing patient ratios of 1: 4, 1: 5, 1:6, 1:7. I am also resourceful to manage working Night Shift with limited resources for safe patient outcomes.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel Resource Registered Nurse

Atrium Health Pineville
02.2025 - Current
  • Ensured patient safety by assessing risk factors and promptly addressing potential hazards in the healthcare environment.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all patient care activities in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Managed challenging medical situations with critical thinking skills, prioritizing interventions based on the severity of the issue at hand.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Night Shift Ratio of 1:6 , multiple admissions, and PCU and Med Surg patients

Psychiatric Mental Health Intern

Walden University Clinical
01.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced client well-being by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and techniques.
  • Empowered clients to build resilience and develop coping mechanisms, fostering independence and self-reliance in their mental health journeys.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of client needs, determining appropriate interventions and resources.
  • Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for clients, improving mental health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care to clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, ensuring continuity of care within the team approach.
  • Supported clients in crisis situations by providing immediate intervention and referrals to appropriate services.

Critical Care Registered Nurse Weekend Option

Emory Healthcare
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
  • Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
  • Ratio 1:5, or rarely 1:6 frequent admission Weekend Night Shift

Registered Nurse, LTAC

Select Medical
05.2020 - 09.2023
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
  • Advocated for patients'' needs within the healthcare system, ensuring access to appropriate resources and services required for optimal recovery.
  • Served as a clinical resource for colleagues, offering guidance on complex cases or challenging situations when needed.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical illness episodes, fostering positive relationships and trust in the healthcare team.
  • Complex Wound Care
  • Vent, Trach, Peg Tube Management
  • Complete 1:5, 1:6 on Observation Unit
  • Complete 1:3, 1:4, and extreme 1:5 in ICU unit

with and without patient care tech.

Titrate various IV drips

Critical Care Telemetry Registered Nurse

Southern Regional Medical Center
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
  • Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
  • Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
  • Telemetry Ratio 1: 8 Day shift resign secondary to increasing unsafe ratio's

Travel Registered Nurse

PRN Healthcare
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
  • Ratio 1:5 Nightshift heavy Medical Complex population for Piedmont Hospital in Rural Setting Night Shift

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
  • Ratio 1:5 Night Piedmont Hospital Rural Setting

Critical Care Travel Nurse

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC /Wellstar
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based critical care nursing practices.
  • Streamlined nursing processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes, increasing efficiency within the unit.
  • Implemented individualized nursing care plans for each patient, adjusting them as necessary to achieve optimal results.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by adhering strictly to infection control measures and reporting concerns promptly.
  • Level 1 Trauma Hospital Heavy Medical Complex Patients
  • Ratio 1:6, 1:7 Night shift heavy admissions PCU floor

Travel Registered Nurse Skilled Nursing and ALF's

Intely Care
02.2020 - 04.2020
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
  • Travel to various SNF's and ALF 's in Orlando area
  • Ratio 1:25, 1:30 supervise LPN's CNA's Direct Care RN on Skilled Medical Cart

Patient Care Coordinator/ Direct RN Care Duties

James Haley Veterans Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2020

Perform chart check on admissions and ongoing for falls, pain and education notes

Serve as the attending RN on the unit to grow the nursing team.

Serve as the primary nursing point of contact with providers regarding the care of a case load of approximately 16 residents

Facilitate interdisciplinary Team Meetings

Serves as the primary liaison to the patient and families communicate their concerns to the interdisciplinary team and provider.

Complete daily rounds with MD's, NP, PA's and various interdisciplinary team

Follow up consults

Critical Care Thinking Skills

Enhance MDS process for VA's rating system and Survey process and Quality Measures

Fill in as Direct RN with PICC/Foley Catheters, Dialysis Cath, access

Asked for Nightshift position to start Masters Program at Walden and was declined and resign from position.



Critical Care Respiratory ICU

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Ratio 1:2, 1:3, 1:4 with no patient care tech support night shift

Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

Bayshore Pointe Nurse and Rehabilitation 3-11
12.2017 - 01.2018
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
  • Assessed patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment strategies accordingly to maximize results.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation plans.
  • Participated in continuous professional development opportunities, staying current on industry advancements and incorporating new techniques into practice.
  • Ratio 1:20 Direct Care Supervise CNA's and at times cover for RN supervisor going to drug rehab intervention 3-11 heavy admissions shift and require strong assessment skills with customer service skills and initiation of MDS

Registered Nurse

Apollo Health and Rehabilitation
07.2017 - 12.2017
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Direct Care RN for heavy medical complex subacute unit 1: 25 ratio, admissions, and supervise CNA's

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

VNA
08.2013 - 01.2014
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Strengthened patient adherence to prescribed medications and treatments by providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns or barriers.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs to develop individualized care plans.
  • Cover a large area of Boca Raton to Port St. Lucie with complex patients


Occupational Therapist

E Q Health
10.2012 - 06.2013
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
  • Medical Review of Pediatric Assessment's for the State of Florida
  • Screen for potential fraud and note trends with Occupational Therapist providing services to pediatric population.
  • High level of ethics and integrity for CMS

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph's Hospital
06.2008 - 12.2008
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Ratio 1:6, Direct Care
  • Chronic patient care in post surgical med-surgical unit adeptly handling heavy post surgical patients for optimal outcomes to transition to lower acuity unit


Travel Registered Nurse, ICU, Step Down, PCU

Aventrua Hospital
08.2007 - 02.2008
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
  • Fast Paced admission from ED triage unit up to 10 patients per 12 hour shift

Travel Registered Nurse

North Florid Regional Medical Center
06.2007 - 08.2007
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records
  • Ratio 1:7 Telemetry/PCU/ Med Surgical

Traveling Critical Care Registered Nurse

Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
01.2007 - 04.2007
  • Skilled at operating advanced medical equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and patient monitoring systems.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the critical care unit by adhering to infection control protocols and best practices.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate communication and ensure continuity of care during travel assignments.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs to inform targeted interventions.
  • Open Heart Hospital
  • Post Open Heart Vascular Unit Heavy Critical Care Drips
  • Ratio 1:3 report to Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director
  • Heavy ACL unit

Traveling Critical Care Registered Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital
10.2006 - 01.2007
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the critical care unit by adhering to infection control protocols and best practices.
  • Floated to every unit Cardiac Stepdown, ICU, ED and Med Surg
  • Ratio's varied
  • Strong assessment skills secondary to floating to various units


Critical Care Staff Registered Nurse

Shands Teaching Hospital
09.2003 - 08.2006
  • Exhibited excellent time management abilities by efficiently coordinating tasks such as wound dressing changes, blood transfusions, and diagnostic tests within strict time frames.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs while promoting their overall wellbeing.
  • Provided expert wound care management for complex surgical patients, monitoring healing progress and collaborating with physicians to address potential complications.
  • Utilized advanced assessment skills to continually evaluate patients'' responses to treatments and adjust care plans as needed for optimal outcomes.
  • Ratio 1:2, 1:3, 1:4
  • Staff MICU, SICU,CVICU, General ICU

Minimum Data Set Coordinator

Memorial Manor
07.2002 - 08.2002
  • Kept current on industry best practices and regulatory updates through ongoing professional development activities, ensuring continued excellence in the role as a Minimum Data Set Coordinator.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly seeking feedback from peers, team members, and supervisors regarding the effectiveness of MDS processes and potential areas for enhancement.
  • Increased efficiency in MDS completion by developing standardized procedures for data collection, entry, analysis, and submission across multiple departments.
  • Improved accuracy of MDS submissions by consistently monitoring and updating electronic medical records in a timely manner.

Critical Care Registered Nurse 3 Month Training

Broward Health
07.2001 - 08.2002
  • Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.

Education

Master of Science - Post Mental Health Certificate

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
01-2026

Master of Science - FNP

United States University
California
10-2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
08-2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
01-2001

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapist

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL
05-1999

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • IV skills
  • Vent management
  • Trachs
  • Epinephrine, Labetalol, Milrinone, Nicardipine, Nitroglycerine, Phenylphine, Vasopressin, Amiodarone, Diltiazem, Dopamine
  • CCRN certified
  • PCCN certified

Timeline

Travel Resource Registered Nurse

Atrium Health Pineville
02.2025 - Current

Critical Care Telemetry Registered Nurse

Southern Regional Medical Center
02.2023 - 07.2023

Psychiatric Mental Health Intern

Walden University Clinical
01.2023 - Current

Critical Care Registered Nurse Weekend Option

Emory Healthcare
01.2023 - 12.2023

Travel Registered Nurse

PRN Healthcare
11.2022 - 01.2023

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 08.2022

Critical Care Travel Nurse

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC /Wellstar
01.2021 - 04.2021

Registered Nurse, LTAC

Select Medical
05.2020 - 09.2023

Travel Registered Nurse Skilled Nursing and ALF's

Intely Care
02.2020 - 04.2020

Patient Care Coordinator/ Direct RN Care Duties

James Haley Veterans Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2020

Critical Care Respiratory ICU

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2019

Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

Bayshore Pointe Nurse and Rehabilitation 3-11
12.2017 - 01.2018

Registered Nurse

Apollo Health and Rehabilitation
07.2017 - 12.2017

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

VNA
08.2013 - 01.2014

Occupational Therapist

E Q Health
10.2012 - 06.2013

Registered Nurse

St. Joseph's Hospital
06.2008 - 12.2008

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU, Step Down, PCU

Aventrua Hospital
08.2007 - 02.2008

Travel Registered Nurse

North Florid Regional Medical Center
06.2007 - 08.2007

Traveling Critical Care Registered Nurse

Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
01.2007 - 04.2007

Traveling Critical Care Registered Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital
10.2006 - 01.2007

Critical Care Staff Registered Nurse

Shands Teaching Hospital
09.2003 - 08.2006

Minimum Data Set Coordinator

Memorial Manor
07.2002 - 08.2002

Critical Care Registered Nurse 3 Month Training

Broward Health
07.2001 - 08.2002

Master of Science - Post Mental Health Certificate

Walden University

Master of Science - FNP

United States University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miami Dade College

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapist

Tuskegee University
Shantelle Coke