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SHELBY Neal

Riverside,IA

Summary

Experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse with expertise in high-acuity neonatal and pediatric care. Transitioning to Pediatric Primary Care as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, emphasizing critical thinking and evidence-based practice. Committed to delivering family-centered care and promoting health education to support optimal growth and development in diverse pediatric populations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
Iowa City, Iowa
08.2022 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care to neonates, assessing vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and monitoring condition changes to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Educated families on effective infant care techniques in NICU, enhancing their confidence and competence in caring for their newborns.

Perioperative Registered Nurse

University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
Iowa City, IA
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Prepared operating rooms with essential instruments and supplies to ensure readiness for surgical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes during perioperative care.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Pediatric Primary Care

University of Iowa College of Nursing
Iowa City, IA
08-2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
05-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Central College
Pella, IA
05-2020

Skills

  • Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Electronic health records
  • Critical thinking
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Effective time management skills
  • Staff management
  • Family education

Affiliations

Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (2024)
Elected NICU Unit Council Representative (2024-Present)
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
08.2022 - Current

Perioperative Registered Nurse

University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
08.2021 - 08.2022

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
SHELBY Neal