Shawna Porterfield
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registerd Nurse
Oklahoma Heart Hospital South
06.2016 - Current
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, intubations, and chest tube placements ensuring patient safety throughout each process.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the CCU.
- Implemented therapeutic hypothermia protocols after cardiac arrest events resulting in improved neurological outcomes.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Intermediate Cardiac Care Registered Nurse
Integris Baptist Medical Center
06.2007 - 06.2016
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Responsibilities included making staffing assignments and schedules.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
RN
Indian Health Services
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Streamlined clinic processes for improved efficiency and time management among staff members.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Intermediate Cardiac Care RN
Integris Baptist Medical Center
06.2005 - 06.2006
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Oklahoma City, OK05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Health And Sports Science
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12.2001
High School Diploma -
Sutter Union High School
Sutter06.1997
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Compassion and Empathy
- Staff Supervision
- Clear Patient Communication
- Intake and discharge
- Medication Administration
- Performing EKGs
- Infection control measures
- Lab result interpretation
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Critical Care
- Documentation
Timeline
Registerd Nurse
Oklahoma Heart Hospital South
06.2016 - Current
Intermediate Cardiac Care Registered Nurse
Integris Baptist Medical Center
06.2007 - 06.2016
RN
Indian Health Services
06.2006 - 06.2008
Intermediate Cardiac Care RN
Integris Baptist Medical Center
06.2005 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Health And Sports Science
University of Oklahoma
High School Diploma -
Sutter Union High School
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