Shawn Lawrence
Summary
Registered nurse, with 11 years of experience in cardiac telemetry as a monitor tech, and 1 year nursing experience at Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital's progressive/acute care Unit. Competent in patient assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through effective medication safety and education initiatives. Certified in ACLS and BLS, dedicated to providing high-quality care in a supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – Acute Care
WellStar Windy Hill Hospital
Marietta, GA
07.2025 - Current
- I provide direct bedside nursing care in an acute care hospital setting, performing comprehensive patient assessments and closely monitoring for changes in patients’ clinical conditions.
- I administer medications through oral, IV, and subcutaneous routes while adhering to strict safety protocols and hospital policies.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate and implement patient care plans, responded to patient deterioration, and participated in rapid response situations to enhance patient outcomes.
- Executed clinical responsibilities including IV insertion, wound care, catheter management, specimen collection, and ongoing patient monitoring to support optimal patient recovery.
- Provided patient and family education on medications, diagnoses, and discharge planning while maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system.
Telemetry Monitor Technician
WellStar Windy Hill Hospital
Marietta, GA
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Identified subtle yet critical patient changes, enabling timely intervention for potential emergencies.
- Documented rhythm strips and vital signs, ensuring precise patient monitoring.
- Trained new telemetry monitor technicians, enhancing staff competency through shared expertise.
Education
Associate degree - health science
South College
Atlanta, GA09-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Atlanta, GA04-2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Basic respiratory care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medication safety
- Infection control
- Wound management
- Chest tube management
- Clinical documentation
- EHR documentation
- Medical equipment operation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- ACLS Certification 01/26-01/28
- BLS Certification 01/26-01/28
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Acute Care
WellStar Windy Hill Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Telemetry Monitor Technician
WellStar Windy Hill Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2024
Associate degree - health science
South College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University