Shawn Deller
Aya Healthcare
Ventura,CA
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Dedicated ICU Registered Nurse with deep experience caring for critically ill patients in fast-paced hospital settings. Skilled in comprehensive assessments, telemetry monitoring, medication and IV administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Known for quick action, strong clinical judgment, and consistent focus on patient safety and infection control.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
10 Months- Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and ventilator settings for critically ill patients.
- Administered IV medications, drips, and blood products following physician orders and safety protocols.
- Performed comprehensive ICU assessments and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate rapid responses and patient care plans.
- Interpreted changes in patient condition and escalated concerns to support timely interventions.
- Adapted quickly to changing acuity levels while maintaining accurate, consistent bedside care.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
3 Years 7 Months- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Managed ventilator support during patient care in ICU.
- Educated patients and families on ICU care expectations, procedures, and discharge preparation.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
3 Years- Assessed step-down patients for cardiac, respiratory, and neurological changes, escalating concerns promptly.
- Monitored telemetry rhythms and responded to alarm events using clinical judgment and unit protocols.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, and titrated treatments while maintaining patient safety.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans with physicians, respiratory therapy, and case management teams.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and care updates accurately in electronic medical records.
- Promoted a culture of patient safety by consistently following proper protocols for medication administration, falls prevention, and pressure ulcer management.
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
8 Years 7 Months- Assessed complex patients and updated individualized care plans for long-term acute care needs.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and adjusted interventions per physician orders.
- Managed wound care, tracheostomy support, and ventilator-related nursing tasks with precision.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary rounds to align treatments, goals, and discharge planning.
- Educated patients and families on recovery expectations, medications, and self-care routines.
- Reinforced infection control practices to protect medically fragile patients and staff.
- Promoted a healing environment by implementing evidence-based infection control measures and wound care techniques.
- Assisted physicians during rounds by presenting accurate patient information and discussing treatment options.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
2 Years 5 Months- Administered complex medications, including cardiac drips, while monitoring responses and preventing adverse events.
- Assessed cardiac stepdown patients, prioritizing interventions based on telemetry trends and acuity changes.
- Interpreted telemetry rhythms, escalating abnormalities promptly to support rapid clinical decision-making.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, respiratory therapy, and case management for smooth transitions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
IV medication administration
Medication management
Direct patient care
Critical care management
Patient assessments
Infection control measures
Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- TNCC
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIHS
- Botox injection
- dermatologist filler injection
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Aya Healthcare
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest
10.2021 - 05.2025Read More
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
University Hospital and Medical Center
10.2018 - 10.2021Read More
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Lake Health West Medical Center
03.2014 - 08.2016Read More
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Heather Hill Care Communities
03.2010 - 10.2018Read More
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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