SHELBY Neal
Riverside,IA
Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse with advanced clinical expertise in high-acuity neonatal and pediatric care, pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice role at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. Demonstrates leadership in emergency response, evidence-based practice implementation, and family-centered education to improve outcomes for critically ill newborns. Experienced in interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical decision-making, and quality-focused documentation within electronic health record systems. Committed to advancing pediatric care through practice improvement, clinical leadership, and scholarly inquiry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
Iowa City, Iowa
09.2022 - Current
- Assesses, evaluates, and cares for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Administers medications and fluids, and checks vital signs on critically ill newborns.
- Communicates with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments, and medical options.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
Iowa City, IA
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered a quality level of care before, during, and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting tissue, clamping, and suturing during operational procedures.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Pediatric Primary Care
University of Iowa College of Nursing
Iowa City, IA08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Central College
Pella, IA05.2020
Skills
- Pediatric care
- Premature infant care
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Critical thinking
- Family education
- Team collaboration
- Electronic health records
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Staff management
- Effective time management skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
Affiliations
Inducted Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (2024)
Elected NICU Unit Council Representative (2024)
Selected Mentor, NICU Mentor/Mentee Program (2024–2026)
Selected Mentor, DNP Mentor/Mentee Program (2024–2026)
DAISY Award Nominee, NICU (2024, 2025)
NICU Transport Team Member (2024)
Appointed Charge Nurse, NICU (2025–Present)
Presenter, 33rd National Evidence-Based Practice Conference (2026)
Elected NICU Unit Council Representative (2024)
Selected Mentor, NICU Mentor/Mentee Program (2024–2026)
Selected Mentor, DNP Mentor/Mentee Program (2024–2026)
DAISY Award Nominee, NICU (2024, 2025)
NICU Transport Team Member (2024)
Appointed Charge Nurse, NICU (2025–Present)
Presenter, 33rd National Evidence-Based Practice Conference (2026)
Timeline
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2022
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Pediatric Primary Care
University of Iowa College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Central College