Shasta M Dowdell
Beaumont,CA
Summary
Caring, hardworking, service-oriented Registered Nurse with 14 years of critical care experience. Highly skilled in evidence-based, therapeutic care for patients with life-threatening disorders. Demonstrated dedication and compassion as a Registered Nurse (RN) Known for maintaining composure under pressure and effectively managing difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently builds strong relationships with patients and their families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and commitment to excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem Registered Nurse, ICU
HEALTHTRUST WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS
Riverside, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Currently work at Riverside Community Hospital in the Medical, Neuro and Surgical ICU. Also float to Step down, Emergency holding, Neuro Step down and Telemetry.
- Worked as a frontline worker during the COVID 19 Pandemic utilizing the most up to date infection control protocols to maintain both patient and staff safety.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided exceptional care for patients with various medical conditions, including sepsis, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully manage challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary team rounds by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Provided compassionate education and support for patients and families during difficult medical decisions and end-of-life care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance fostering professional growth.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
EMERALD HEALTH SERVICES
El Segundo, CA
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Worked for Both Kaiser Riverside and Fontana in Cardiac ICU, Neuro ICU, Step down unit and Telemetry areas.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Effectively prioritized interventions for multiple patients under high-stress conditions, maintaining optimal quality of care.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices in ICU care, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
AMERICAN MOBILE HEALTHCARE
San Diego, CA
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Worked for San Bernardino Community, Fountain Valley and Desert Regional Hospitals in the Medical, Neuro Cardiac and Surgical ICU. Also worked in the Step down unit, Emergency and Telemetry areas.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
- Effectively prioritized interventions for multiple patients under high-stress conditions, maintaining optimal quality of care.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF CLEVELAND
Cleveland, OH
06.2010 - 08.2015
- Held leadership roles including but not limited to Charge Nurse, Rapid response Nurse and preceptor
- Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality care
- 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
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance quality patient care
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Anesthesia
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CABachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2009
Honors College -
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2009
Skills
- Excellent Critical Care Skills
- Excellent Critical Thinking Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills (English)
- Professionalism
- Cultural Awareness
- Compassionate Care
- Adaptability
- Patient Care Advocate
- Excellent Team Player and Support Person
- Tenacity in Facing Difficult Situations
- Teachable Mentality
- Trained in Cerner, Epic and Meditech EMR
- End of life care
Certification
- BLS (02/2024 – Present)
- ACLS (07/2024 – Present)
- NIHSS (07/2024 – Present)
Timeline
Per Diem Registered Nurse, ICU
HEALTHTRUST WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS
08.2020 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
EMERALD HEALTH SERVICES
07.2019 - 05.2020
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
AMERICAN MOBILE HEALTHCARE
01.2016 - 05.2019
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF CLEVELAND
06.2010 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Nursing Anesthesia
Loma Linda University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Honors College -
Kent State University