Shelby Leach
Beaver Dam,KY
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Organized and dependable candidate that is responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented with positive attitude, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Supervisor - Emergency Department
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Promoted high quality patient care through collaboration by fostering strong relationships with the interdisciplinary team.
- Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
05.2022 - 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Ohio County Healthcare
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to infection control standards and minimizing risk of cross-contamination.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively communicating patient information during handoffs between shifts, maintaining accurate records of all interventions, assessments, and treatments administered throughout each stage of recovery.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-operative care and monitoring vital signs.
Emergency Technician
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient support to optimize patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Owensboro, KY05.2022
Associate of Science -
Owensboro Community And Technical College
Owensboro, KY12.2019
Accomplishments
RN III: Nursing Professional Advancement Program, June 2024
Nurse Rookie of the Year: Emergency Department, October 2022
Level 1 Massive Transfuser, Department Superuser
Pediatric Fever & Dosage Diary, Patient Education Implementation
Heparin Protocol Education for ED Nurses, December 2023
Infection Prevention Champion
Certification
- Certified Emergency Nurse, Emergency Nurses Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Red Cross
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Red Cross
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross
- Trauma Core Nursing Course, Emergency Nurses Association
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification, National Institutes for Health
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor - Emergency Department
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Ohio County Healthcare
12.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Emergency Technician
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
05.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Associate of Science -
Owensboro Community And Technical College