Shayla Hightower
Avon Park,FL
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Area of study and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and working. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Manager
Oaks At Avon
Avon Park, FL
09.2025 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure high-quality resident care and satisfaction.
- Supervised staff performance, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new team members.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing levels to meet operational demands effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance resident health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
Registered Nurse
Oak’s At Avon
Avon Park, FL
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance with care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized patient care strategies, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Assisted in daily patient assessments, documenting vital signs and health changes accurately for continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment protocols and discharge instructions.
- Implemented infection control procedures, contributing to a safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for medical staff during patient care.
- Responded promptly to patient emergencies, utilizing critical thinking skills to stabilize conditions before further intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Currently
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FLNursing
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FL05.2024
Associate of Arts -
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FL05.2022
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Compassion and empathy
Diabetes management
ADL assistance
Setting up referrals
Appointment scheduling
Feeding assistance
Seizure management
Geriatric nursing
Long-term care
G-Tubes
Certification
-BLS
Education
true
Timeline
Unit Manager
Oaks At Avon
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Oak’s At Avon
03.2025 - Current
Nursing
South Florida State College
Associate of Arts -
South Florida State College
Bachelor of Science - Currently
South Florida State College