Shauntel Harvey
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Positive, compassionate, and dedicated individual with solid foundation in patient care practices and medical knowledge. Proficient in administering basic medical procedures and understanding patient needs, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Committed to making meaningful impact on patient health and well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
Centra College
08.2023 - Current
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Assisted nurses in wound care procedures, ensuring proper technique was applied to promote optimal healing outcomes for patients.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
- Applied evidence-based practices when providing nursing care to ensure that interventions were grounded in current research and best practice guidelines.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Developed strong time management skills through effective prioritization of tasks, allowing for increased efficiency in the workplace.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Dental Assistant
Free Clinic Of Central Virginia
09.2022 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Centra College
Lynchburg, VA12-2025
Associate of Arts -
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA05-2022
Associate of Science -
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA05-2022
Associates Of General Education -
Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA05-2022
Skills
- Vitals monitoring
- Task prioritization
- Patient assessments
- Patient monitoring
- Infection control standards
- Medication administration
- Clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Basic nursing care
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate and caring
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Wound care
Certification
X-Ray Certification
Extracurricular activities
Family Life: Coordinate and organize Life Group program meetings, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication.
Timeline
Nursing Student
Centra College
08.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Free Clinic Of Central Virginia
09.2022 - Current
X-Ray Certification
No Degree - Nursing
Centra College
Associate of Arts -
Central Virginia Community College
Associate of Science -
Central Virginia Community College
Associates Of General Education -
Central Virginia Community College
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