Shelby Pruyne

• Provided comprehensive care in a 24-bed Emergency Room at a Level IV Trauma Center, managing patients from admission to discharge across a wide range of acute and critical conditions.
• Took on additional responsibility as Stroke Educator while maintaining a full-time ER nursing role. Developed stroke protocols, led department-wide education initiatives, and drove improvements in door-to-needle times and clinical outcomes.
• Continuously assessed patient condition by interpreting EKGs, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and communicating changes in stability or acuity to the care team.
• Precepted new students and employees in the ER, offering hands-on guidance and support to ensure smooth transitions, proper training, and adherence to protocols and best practices for patient care.

Designated Level II Trauma Center – Orange County, CA
523-bed Hospital in partnership with Children’s Hospital of Orange County
Emergency Department: 8 Trauma Bays | 52 ER Beds

• Provided critical support in a high-acuity trauma unit, assisting with the stabilization and care of emergent patients.
• Assisted with advanced emergency procedures including cardioversion, resuscitation, CPR, airway management, and the setup of chest tubes alongside providers.
• Supported care for STEMI patients by preparing equipment, assisting with rapid assessments, and facilitating communication with interventional teams.
• Responded promptly to code activations and cardiac monitor alarms, aiding in efficient and effective emergency response.
• Played an integral role in trauma team coordination, ensuring smooth operations in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

• Assisted with post-operative care of open-heart surgery patients and supported management of patients on Impella devices, ensuring close monitoring and rapid response to changes in condition.
• Provided care and monitoring for patients requiring ventilator support and Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), ensuring effective treatment and patient stability.
• Performed routine checks on medical equipment and emergency vehicles to ensure operational readiness and patient safety.

• Led top sales each quarter, consistently achieving the highest revenue in the region.
• Developed sales strategies and mentored staff to exceed performance targets.
• Optimized inventory and visual merchandising to drive customer engagement.