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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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