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Shawna SALLASKA

Lubbock,TX

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Qualified Charge Nurse offers extensive and positive experience in leadership roles. Expert in diverse aspects of patient care with success in overseeing shift activities. Proven clinical skills and sound judgment. Patient-oriented, compassionate nursing professional experienced in patient care and advocacy within units. Accomplished at implementing policies, procedures and protocols to achieve core measures benchmarks. Caring and attentive preceptor dedicated to optimizing nurses' skills and knowledge.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Infusion Nurse

Optum Pharmacy
Houston, TX
12.2022 - Current
  • Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients according to physician orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, hydration levels, and infusion sites for any adverse reactions or complications.
  • Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
  • Assisted in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used during infusions.
  • Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered and reported any changes in a patient's condition to physicians.
  • Performed venipuncture procedures when necessary for accessing central lines or port catheters.
  • Assisted with setting up new IV access devices including venous cutdowns, PICC lines, midlines, ports and Hickman catheters.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Registered Nurse

Covenant Medical Center
Plainview, TX
08.2022 - Current
  • Help in Plainview, Levelland, and Lubbock free standing ER's on Quaker and Milwaukee a a PRN ER nurse
  • Assessed and monitored patients' physical and emotional health conditions.
  • Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
  • Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop patient treatment plans.
  • Assisted physicians with medical procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, chest tube placement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
  • Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
  • Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures when needed.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature and blood pressure levels at regular intervals throughout shift hours.
  • Administered intravenous fluids and medications as ordered by physicians or nurse practitioners.
  • Coordinated transfers between departments within the hospital or outside facilities based on patient needs.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding safety standards, infection control protocols and medication administration practices.
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Infusion Nurse

APS Staffing
Modesto, California
01.2002 - Current
  • Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients according to physician orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, hydration levels, and infusion sites for any adverse reactions or complications.
  • Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
  • Assisted in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used during infusions.
  • Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered and reported any changes in a patient's condition to physicians.
  • Documented data such as types of solution used, amount administered, rate of administration, duration of treatment, and other relevant information into electronic medical record systems.
  • Ensured proper infection control practices were followed throughout the entire infusion process.
  • Assisted with setting up new IV access devices including venous cutdowns, PICC lines, midlines, ports and Hickman catheters.

Triage Nurse

Hospice of Lubbock
Lubbock, TX
08.2013 - 12.2021
  • Triaged incoming calls from patients and family members
  • Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while monitoring for side effects.
  • Monitored vital signs, observed changes in condition, and reported any concerns to physician.
  • Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
  • Facilitated communication between the patient and family and all members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Performed advanced nursing functions such as wound care or IV therapy according to established standards of practice.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
  • Provided bereavement counseling services for surviving family members after a death has occurred.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, doctors., to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.

Registered Nurse

Covenant Medical Center
Lubbock, TX
11.2002 - 08.2013
  • Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
  • Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop patient treatment plans.
  • Assessed and monitored patients' physical and emotional health conditions.
  • Assisted physicians with medical procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, chest tube placement.
  • Educated and informed patients about their diagnosis, medications, treatments and follow-up care instructions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
  • Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
  • Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures when needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock Texas
12-2005

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VA
05-2002

Skills

  • Infusion pump operation
  • Peripheral IV Insertion
  • Hydration Therapy
  • Vascular access devices
  • Antibiotic Administration
  • Central Line Management
  • Home Infusion Coordination
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Patient Assessment
  • Trauma recovery
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Supervision
  • Rapport Building
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Patient Advocacy
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • IV drug therapy management

Timeline

Infusion Nurse

Optum Pharmacy
12.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Covenant Medical Center
08.2022 - Current

Triage Nurse

Hospice of Lubbock
08.2013 - 12.2021

Registered Nurse

Covenant Medical Center
11.2002 - 08.2013

Infusion Nurse

APS Staffing
01.2002 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lubbock Christian University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Tidewater Community College

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