Shavon Collins
Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System
Montgomery
1
Certification
21
years of professional experience
MSN-prepared Registered Nurse with over 15 years of progressive healthcare experience and more than 8 years as a Registered Nurse. Experienced in critical care, emergency nursing, medical-surgical nursing, dialysis, patient transfer coordination, and clinical leadership within the Veterans Health Administration. Recognized for exceptional communication, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments. Passionate about mentoring staff, promoting a positive workplace culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering safe, patient-centered care.
Work History
Patient Transfer Coordinator
1 Year 8 Months- Coordinate safe and efficient transfers between VA medical centers and community hospitals.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and transportation services to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Evaluate patient acuity and transportation needs to determine the safest transfer method.
- Maintain accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with VA policies and healthcare regulations.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams during complex transitions of care.
- Assist in resolving transfer barriers while maintaining patient safety and operational efficiency.
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU/ER/Med-Surg
4 Years 5 Months- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to critically ill and acute care patients.
- Perform patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and evaluate treatment outcomes.
- Administer IV medications, cardiac drips, blood products, and emergency interventions.
- Recognize and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure quality care.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, and discharge planning.
RN Charge Nurse
11 Months- Nursing duties for patients with kidney disease, starting & monitoring dialysis, monitor and assess the patient's vital signs and reaction to treatment, educating pt about treatment.
- Supervised daily clinical operations and nursing staff.
- Assigned patient workloads while ensuring safe staffing.
- Managed patient assessments and monitored dialysis treatments.
- Promoted compliance with infection prevention and quality standards.
Registered Nurse
11 Months- Nursing duties for patients with kidney disease, assessments, starting & monitoring dialysis, monitor and assess the patient's vital signs and reaction to treatment, educating pt about treatment
Registered Nurse
1 Year 2 Months- Provided specialized care to 6 patients on a 24 bed unit
- Performed patient assessments
- Administered oxygen and blood products
- Analyzed and completed electronic charting
- Assisted nursing team in a variety of services
- Developed and implemented discharge plans
CNA/LPN
11 Years 9 Months- Advanced from Certified Nursing Assistant to Licensed Practical Nurse, demonstrating commitment to professional growth.
- Administered medications and treatments.
- Oversaw nursing assistants to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Conducted comprehensive resident assessments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Worked closely with physicians and families to provide quality long-term care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
Associate - Nursing
Nursing
Skills
Patient Care
Wound VAC
Experience Administering Injections
IV insertion
Patient assessment
Medical records
Vital Signs
Catheterization and care
Dialysis Experience
Geriatrics
Critical Care Experience
Central Line Care
Customer service
ICU Experience
Hospital experience
Assisted living
Phlebotomy
Vascular access
Care plans
Telemetry
Aseptic technique
Discharge planning
Tube feeding
Medication Administration
Nasogastric (NG) Tube Insertion
Ostomy care
PICC line
Communication skills
Medical terminology
Medical Imaging
Blood transfusion
Skilled nursing facility experience
Med Surg
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) March 2021 to December 2023
- Nurse's License December 2015 Class: PN, State: AL
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- RN License
- AED Certification
- Graduate Nurse
- Driver's License
- BLS, ACLS
Timeline
Patient Transfer Coordinator
Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System
12.2024 - CurrentRead More
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU/ER/Med-Surg
Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System
07.2020 - 12.2024Read More
RN Charge Nurse
Physicians Choice Dialysis
08.2019 - 07.2020Read More
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
09.2018 - 08.2019Read More
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health
07.2017 - 09.2018Read More
CNA/LPN
Crowne Health & Rehab of Montgomery
10.2005 - 07.2017Read More
Trenholm Technical College
Nursing
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Wallace State Community College
Associate from Nursing
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Western Governors University
Master of Science from Nursing Education
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Capella University
Bachelor's degree from Nursing
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