Shawnda Tosel
Appleton,MN
Summary
Nurse practitioner providing versatile comprehensive primary, prenatal, and urgent care. Effectively managing chronic illnesses through patient education and collaborative treatment plans. Engages with multidisciplinary teams to deliver targeted urgent care, improving patient understanding and health outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
CentraCare
Benson, MN
02.2025 - Current
- Provided comprehensive primary care services to a diverse patient population.
- Provided comprehensive prenatal care to pregnant patients throughout their pregnancy journeys.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed treatment plans for diverse urgent care cases.
- Conducted routine gynecological examinations and screenings for women's health.
Registered Nurse
Appleton Area Health Services
Appleton, MN
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and assisted in medical procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Delivered patient care and education to empower patients managing chronic illnesses.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques to promote recovery and independence after hospital discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Registered Nurse
Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services
Dawson, MN
08.2020 - 12.2023
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Assessed and documented patient progress daily, ensuring continuity of care and timely intervention.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities, improving understanding of proper nutrition, wound care, and disease prevention.
- Trained nurses on patient care and daily tasks, enhancing team competency and confidence.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD08-2020
Skills
- Prenatal assessment
- Gynecological examinations
- Patient-centered care
- Primary care delivery
- Chronic illness management
- Urgent care management
- IUD and Nexplanon services
- Laceration repairs, simple procedures
Certification
- AANP certification
- Registered Nurse (Minnesota, South Dakota)
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Member
- Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS) training
- Sigma Theta Tau Member
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Student
- South Dakota State College of Nursing scholarship recipient
- HRSA Scholarship/Loan Reimbursement Recipient
References
References available upon request.
Link to patient testimonies/reviews: Shawnda Tosel, CNP | Family Medicine | CentraCare - Benson Clinic
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
CentraCare
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Appleton Area Health Services
02.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Johnson Memorial Healthcare Services
08.2020 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University