Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Sheena Hines

Registered Nurse
Charlotte,NC

Summary

Registered healthcare professional with strong background in critical care environments, equipped to handle high-stress situations and complex patient needs. Excel in team collaboration, adapting quickly to evolving circumstances and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in advanced patient monitoring, emergency response, and therapeutic interventions. Known for reliability, empathy, and strong communication abilities that enhance patient care and team efficiency.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Atrium Healthcare
01.2013 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Registered Nurse

Carolinas Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2010 - 01.2013
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

Registered Nurse Traveler

Favorite Nurses Healthcare Staffing
06.2010 - 08.2010
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts through thorough handover reportings and clear communication among healthcare team members.
  • Administered medications safely and accurately, minimizing adverse reactions or errors.

Progressive Care Registered Nurse

Palmetto Health Baptist
05.2009 - 05.2010
  • Managed complex caseloads and coordinated care for patients with multiple comorbidities, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for their needs.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students, effectively teaching critical thinking skills and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
  • Improved patient outcomes by promptly identifying changes in condition, initiating appropriate interventions, and communicating effectively with physicians.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and participating in unit-based quality improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC
06-2004

Skills

  • Hemodynamics monitoring
  • XT-RRT(Tablo)
  • ECG
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Neurological monitoring
  • Compassionate care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Respiratory maintenance
  • Ventilator management
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • End-of-life care
  • Organ donor procedures
  • Clinical judgment
  • Ethical practice
  • Quality improvement
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Patient advocacy
  • Blood transfusion administration
  • Fluid intake and output monitoring
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Shock symptom identification
  • Procedure support
  • Nursing staff supervision
  • Patient assessment

Accomplishments

  • Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
  • Collaborated with a team of 8 in the development of Turn Tuesday to aid in the reduction of Hospital Acquired Pressure Injuries.

Certification

TNCC

ACLS

BLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Atrium Healthcare
01.2013 - Current

Registered Nurse

Carolinas Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2010 - 01.2013

Registered Nurse Traveler

Favorite Nurses Healthcare Staffing
06.2010 - 08.2010

Progressive Care Registered Nurse

Palmetto Health Baptist
05.2009 - 05.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

South Carolina State University
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