Shelbi Millsap
McMinnville,OR
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in post-partum care. Dedicated to providing exceptional support and guidance to new mothers and their babies. Proficient in monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with breastfeeding techniques. Skilled in creating a nurturing and comfortable environment for patients. Effectively collaborates with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care. Committed to promoting the well-being of both mother and child through compassionate and personalized nursing practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Willamette Valley Medical Center
McMinnville, OR
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate and attentive postpartum care to new mothers.
- Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
- Implemented individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs and medical history.
- Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring for any adverse reactions or side effects.
- Assisted physicians during postpartum procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Educated patients on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum self-care practices.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Willamette Valley Medical Center
McMinnville, OR
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marquis
Newberg, OR
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Food Service Worker
The Yogurt Shop
McMinnville, OR
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Communicated effectively with customers to plan large or specialized orders, providing customers with recommendations, samples and response to particular requests.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Food Service Worker
Figaro's Pizza
Sheridan, OR
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Communicated effectively with customers to plan large or specialized orders, providing customers with recommendations, samples and response to particular requests.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Education
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Salem Institute Of Technology
Salem, OR06.2023
Nursing
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, ORNursing
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, ORHigh School Diploma -
Sheridan High School
Sheridan, OR06.2016
Skills
Compassionate caregiver
Trustworthy companion
Companionship and Emotional Support
Efficient and reliable team player
NRP Certified
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse Certification
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Willamette Valley Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Willamette Valley Medical Center
02.2022 - 02.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marquis
09.2019 - 01.2022
Food Service Worker
The Yogurt Shop
05.2017 - 06.2018
Food Service Worker
Figaro's Pizza
08.2015 - 05.2017
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Salem Institute Of Technology
Nursing
Western Oregon University
Nursing
Chemeketa Community College
High School Diploma -
Sheridan High School