Sheilla Dunn BSN, RN
Houston,TX
Summary
I have over 10 years of diverse nursing experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. I am an organized multi-tasker capable of prioritizing and completing clinical and operational tasks in a timely fashion. I am a fast learner and open to new challenges. I am confident that my superb work ethics, skills, and knowledge mixed with my great interpersonal skills will be a great addition to your organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse, Med/Surgical, Tele Unit
Houston Methodist Hospital (Medical Center)
05.2023 - Current
- Management of acutely ill patients with chronic comorbidities; Telemonitor tracking and management.
- Performed pt assessment, activate CERT/RRT/CODE BLUE team as needed.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care. Nurse to tx team handoff report.
- Insertion and management of drains (NGT, PEG,foley, rectal, and chest tube)
- Management of blood transfusions and IV drip infusion. Monitor for transfusion reactions.
- Management of patients with decubitus/surgical wounds; staging, wound care and documentation;
- Administration of medications-(PO, IV, SQ, IM and rectal) knowledge of commonly utilized medications/proficiency with IV push medications, initiation and management of PCA infusion
- Obtain informed consent/telephone consent for surgery, cath lab, blood transfusion and procedures, prepare pt for procedure, such as Endoscopy, Cardiac Catherizations, Bronchoscopy, Surgery, MRI/MRA
- Communication skills; verbal (with patients, families, grieving persons) use of SBAR with physicians and their offices. Interdepartmental communication, telephone communication(pertaining to etiquette including HIPAA. Assist CM in social/economic barriers, Participate in care coordination rounds.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Complete admission assessments and task, discharge planning to completion.
- Participated in unit projects/presentation. Preceptor for new grad RNs
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations. Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Supervised/delegation of PCA's.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
RN Staff Nurse, Med/Surgical, Tele Unit
HCA Hospital In Pearland
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Management of acutely ill patients with chronic comorbidities; Telemonitor tracking and management.
- Performed pt assessment, activate CERT/RRT/CODE BLUE team as needed.
- Insertion and management of drains (NGT, PEG,foley, rectal, and chest tube)
- Management of blood transfusions and IV drip infusion. Monitor for transfusion reactions.
- Management of patients with decubitus/surgical wounds; staging, wound care and documentation;
- Administration of medications-(PO, IV, SQ, IM and rectal) knowledge of commonly utilized medications/proficiency with IV push medications, initiation and management of PCA infusion
- Obtain informed consent/telephone consent for surgery, cath lab, blood transfusion and procedures, prepare pt for procedure, such as Endoscopy, Cardiac Catherizations, Bronchoscopy, Surgery, MRI/MRA
- Communication skills; verbal (with patients, families, grieving persons) use of SBAR with physicians and their offices. Interdepartmental communication, telephone communication(pertaining to etiquette including HIPAA. Assist CM in social/economic barriers.
- Complete admission assessments and task, discharge planning to completion.
- Supervised/delegation of PCA's.
Charge Nurse, SNF
St. Dominic Village
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician
Wellness Nurse /Charge Nurse
Seabury Retirement Community (Assisted Living)
04.2013 - 06.2020
- Medication administration; Gtube, PO, topical and rectal
- Performed treatments; wound care
- Communicating with physicians, APRNs, collaborative team and family members regarding patients acute condition and overall plan of care
- Managing plan of care, orders, appt, procedures
- Computer documentation using ECS and Matrix care software database
- Supervising CNA's; patient care, medication pre-pour cue and monitor and documentation process
- Delegating task with follow ups
- Admissions and Discharge
- High level of autonomy, responsible to assess emergent calls within Seabury independent community
RN (School Nurse)
City Of Hartford
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed medical files of approx. 540 student with acute on chronic medical conditions
- Treated multiple students on a daily bases with Diabetes, Asthma, ADHD, food and seasonal allergies, fractures, various skin conditions, first aid, Gtube and Tracheostomy care
- Responded to acute care emergencies of students and staff
- Staff training and education; choking protocol and medication administration
- Computer documentation using PowerSchool software database
- Managed medical files, managed care with physician and parent, field trip preparation
- Completing time sensitive mandated surveys
- Attend meetings with collaborative team to coordinate medical needs of students
Unit Manager
Aurora Senior Living Of New Britain (SNF)
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Managed medical needs of 30 patients on a Long Term Care unit, coordinate care; medical appt, family care plan meetings, risk meetings with the health care team,
- Managed and supervised unit staff : meetings, audits and evaluation
- Admissions and Discharge
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American International College
Springfield MA2012
Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA05.2008
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
- Collaborative team player, fast learner
- High level of autonomy
- Strong prioritizing and managing deadlines
- Bi-lingual in English and French/Creole
- Hospice and Palliative care experience
- Epic, ECS, Point Click Care , Matrix Care, Meditech, and PowerSchool software database
- Phlebotomy, IV start and NGT, indwelling foley insertion
- Tracheotomy care experience
- Alzheimer's & Dementia care
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse, Med/Surgical, Tele Unit
Houston Methodist Hospital (Medical Center)
05.2023 - Current
RN Staff Nurse, Med/Surgical, Tele Unit
HCA Hospital In Pearland
06.2022 - 05.2023
Charge Nurse, SNF
St. Dominic Village
07.2020 - 06.2022
RN (School Nurse)
City Of Hartford
08.2016 - 12.2017
Wellness Nurse /Charge Nurse
Seabury Retirement Community (Assisted Living)
04.2013 - 06.2020
Unit Manager
Aurora Senior Living Of New Britain (SNF)
04.2010 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American International College
Practical Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Greenfield Community College
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