Shelby Wright
Front Royal,VA
Summary
Patient- focused nursing graduate with experience in elements of patient care and success in working as part of a team to provide care for patients in a wide range of different medical conditions. Skilled in prioritizing patients' needs within high-stress environments. Aspiring to advance and apply skills in a new setting and expand level of knowledge in a fast pace working environment while continuing to work towards receiving an associate's degree in nursing.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
Warren Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, working alongside medical professionals to provide optimal care.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Prepared patients for surgery or other invasive procedures, ensuring all necessary measures were taken for safety and comfort.
- Administered IVs, assisting healthcare providers in delivering high-quality treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during stressful situations, fostering trust and communication.
- Collected specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Specialized skills in basic care and emergency response that are crucial in providing timely and effective care in emergency situations
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when needed, de-escalating potentially dangerous situations effectively.
- Improved patient satisfaction by quickly addressing concerns and providing compassionate care.
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, promoting seamless transitions between departments.
- Applied splints
- Provided wound irrigation, and suture and staples removal
- Inserted catheters and collected urine specimens while maintaining sterile field
- Inserted Ultrasound intravenous lines for patients as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Winchester Medical Center
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Providing compassionate, dependable, and accurate care to patients with different medical diagnosis in acute hospital setting
- Obtained and documents ACHS checks, EKG’s, bladder scans
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Proper use of Epic
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- served as primary preceptor for new hires
Advanced Certified Nursing Assistant
Lynn Care Center
12.2014 - 05.2022
- Experience and knowledge in 26-bed long term lockdown dementia unit
- Providing and obtaining vitals and I&O’s, assisting residents with activities of daily living, feeding, dressing, and bathing
- Held Responsibility of orientating new staff members.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any abnormalities or changes to nursing staff.
- Upheld strict infection control measures by consistently adhering to proper hand hygiene and personal protective equipment protocols.
- Assisted in prevention of bedsores and other complications by regularly repositioning patients and maintaining proper hygiene practices.
- Served as primary preceptor for new hires
Certified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Aid
Heritage Hall
07.2012 - 01.2015
- Providing patient care in 60-bed skilled nursing home
- Providing rehab patients with accurate reliable care with goal of discharging to their home
- Assisting patients with activities of daily living, and ROM
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Served as primary preceptor for new hires
Education
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Laurel Ridge Community College
Middletown, VA05.2024
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley Health Nurse Aid Training Program
Front Royal, VA07.2012
Advanced High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
Front Royal, VA 06.2012
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Ultrasound IV insertion
- Orthopedic splinting
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency medical care
- Intravenous therapy
- Pediatric Emergency Care
- Geriatric Emergency Care
- Medical Terminology
- Wound Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- 12-lead EKG monitoring
- Diabetic Care
- Mental health care
Accomplishments
- Earned multiple Carnation Awards for excellence in patient care.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Aggression management
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
Warren Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Winchester Medical Center
05.2022 - 05.2023
Advanced Certified Nursing Assistant
Lynn Care Center
12.2014 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Aid
Heritage Hall
07.2012 - 01.2015
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Laurel Ridge Community College
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley Health Nurse Aid Training Program
Advanced High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Aggression management
Similar Profiles
CAMERON SPIELESCAMERON SPIELES
Registered Nurse at Warren Memorial HospitalRegistered Nurse at Warren Memorial Hospital
RACHEL MALOYRACHEL MALOY
Clinical Manager at Warren Memorial HospitalClinical Manager at Warren Memorial Hospital
Cameron SpielesCameron Spieles
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Step Down Unit at Warren Memorial Hospital, Valley HealthRegistered Nurse, Critical Care Step Down Unit at Warren Memorial Hospital, Valley Health