Shantinae McDowell
Youngstown
Summary
I’m a licensed practical nurse with 7 years of experience and have been in the healthcare field for 10 years. I’ve mostly worked in long term care and rehab with geriatric patients and have some behavioral health acute care experience as well. I’ve worked in multiple regions in Ohio while working through agency staffing. I’ve worked through the uprise and downfall of Covid. I’m an all around team player ready for more exposure and ready to learn.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Canfield Healthcare Center
Youngstown
09.2025 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Warren Nursing and Rehab
Warren
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Provided emotional support to patients during recovery journeys.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed wound care procedures including dressing changes and debridement of wounds.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient response to treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Frontline Healthcare Staffing
Youngstown
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided direct patient care in various clinical settings across diverse locations.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed medication inventory and supplies, ensuring availability for patient care.
- Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
- Monitored patient fluid intake and output to detect emerging problems.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using established protocols for critical incidents.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Inserted and cared for catheters, feeding tubes and access sites.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IntelyCare
Youngstown
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided direct patient care in various clinical settings across diverse locations.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment protocols.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
- Inserted and cared for catheters, feeding tubes and access sites.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, family members, physicians and other health professionals.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Briarfield Healthcare Center
Youngstown
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Recorded patient progress and maintained accurate medical documentation.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of nursing stations and supply areas.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Generations Behavioral Health
Youngstown
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Observed behavior patterns and reported any significant changes in mental status to supervising physician.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oasis Health and Rehabilitation
Youngstown
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of nursing stations and supply areas.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Choffin Career And Technical Center
Youngstown, OH 08.2018 - 06.2019
East High School
Youngstown, OHSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- IV administration
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Canfield Healthcare Center
09.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Warren Nursing and Rehab
09.2023 - 09.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Frontline Healthcare Staffing
07.2022 - 09.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
IntelyCare
08.2021 - 07.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Briarfield Healthcare Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Generations Behavioral Health
06.2020 - 05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oasis Health and Rehabilitation
06.2019 - 07.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Choffin Career And Technical Center
08.2018 - 06.2019
East High School