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Shaynee Sheppard

Shaynee Sheppard

Registered Nurse
Boise,ID

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator at St. Luke’s Health System, recognized for enhancing patient care through evidence-based practices and effective care coordination. Skilled in clinical documentation and patient education, I excel in interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring optimal health outcomes and compliance with care standards. Proven ability to manage complex cases and advocate for patient needs.

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator

St Luke’s Health System/Poole Joint Replacement
11.2011 - Current
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless coordination of care.
  • Championed evidence-based practice initiatives, incorporating current research findings into clinical decision-making processes for better results.
  • Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing clinical protocols and guidelines.
  • Managed complex cases with multiple comorbidities, providing comprehensive care planning to optimize treatment outcomes.
  • Contributed to facility accreditation efforts by maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices standards pertaining to clinical care delivery systems.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Developed and implemented website content and patient education materials.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

St Luke’s Health System
09.2002 - 11.2011
  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
  • Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Luke’s Health System
12.1997 - 09.2002
  • Started as a new graduate RN on a med-surg ortho/neuro unit caring for acute patients with a wide variety of care needs.
  • I quickly excelled and was trusted to care for the most complex patients as a patient care nurse and charge nurse..
  • In early 2000, I was offered a position of patient care coordinator requiring management of the patients’ care throughout their hospital stay, collaborating with physicians & other care teams (PT, OT, RT, charge RN’s and family) while developing and facilitating their discharge plan.
  • I taught the Total Joint Replacement class weekly to patients with upcoming surgery.
  • I also participated in performance improvement analyzing data and reporting metrics to leadership. I
  • In addition, I also was asked to participate in collecting data and writing papers to obtain magnet designation for our institution.

Appraisal Assistant

Sullivan Appraisal, Inc.
05.1993 - 11.1997
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing organizational strategies for managing project tasks and deadlines.
  • Conducted thorough market research to provide appraisers with essential data on comparable properties.
  • Delivered precise measurements of various property features that were crucial in determining an accurate valuation.
  • Assisted in developing comprehensive appraisal reports, ensuring all required information was accurately recorded.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Boise State University, Boise, ID
05.1997

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • Care coordination
  • Quality improvement
  • Chart review
  • Discharge planning
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient assessment
  • Education programs
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Care standards
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education
  • Microsoft office

Volunteer Work

I have volunteered working as an RN at Genesis  Community Clinic caring for underserved populations  and connecting them with resources in our community.


I have also served as a volunteer for OP Walk Idaho traveling to El Salvador to provide assessment and post-operative care for patients receiving charitable total joint replacement.

Timeline

Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator - St Luke’s Health System/Poole Joint Replacement
11.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager - St Luke’s Health System
09.2002 - 11.2011
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - St Luke’s Health System
12.1997 - 09.2002
Appraisal Assistant - Sullivan Appraisal, Inc.
05.1993 - 11.1997
Boise State University - Bachelor Of Science In Nursing, Nursing

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