Shayla Childs
Nashville,TN
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
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
12.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Registered Nurse
Mental Health Cooperative
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
03.2016 - 01.2020
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmias, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05.2011
LPN - Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center
Nashville, TN06.2005
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mental Health Cooperative
06.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
02.2020 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
03.2016 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
LPN - Nursing
Tennessee Technology Center
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