Shelby Young
Forney,TX
Summary
Compassionate and highly adaptable Registered Nurse with 4+ years of experience across Emergency, PCU, Telemetry, Med-Surg, and LTAC settings. Strong foundation in high-acuity patient care, including management of ventilated patients, tracheostomies, continuous cardiac monitoring, and rapid response situations. Known for critical thinking, prioritization, and remaining calm under pressure. Seeking to transition into an ICU role to further develop critical care expertise and pursue long-term goals in advanced practice nursing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room RN
Medical City
Dallas, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Performed rapid assessments, triage, and emergency interventions in a high-volume ER setting
- Managed high-acuity patients and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to stabilize critical conditions
- Strengthened critical thinking and prioritization skills in fast-paced, high-stress situations
Travel Registered Nurse – LTAC
Kindred Hospital – Trustaff
St. Louis, MO
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Provide care for ventilated, paraplegic, and quadriplegic patients with complex medical needs
- Manage tracheostomies, wound care, and long-term antibiotic therapies
- Recognize and respond to rapid changes in patient condition and assist in emergency situations
Travel Registered Nurse – Oncology/Telemetry/Med-Surg
St. Michael Medical Center – Trustaff
Silverdale, WA
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Monitor patients undergoing chemotherapy and manage treatment-related complications
- Provide end-of-life care and emotional support to patients and families
- Access ports and maintain central lines for medication administration
Travel Registered Nurse – LTAC/Telemetry
Kindred Hospital – Trustaff
Aurora, CO
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed high-acuity patients with respiratory and cardiac needs
- Assisted in rapid responses and code blue situations
Travel Registered Nurse – Med-Surg (Neurology)
Bristol Regional Hospital – Trustaff
Bristol, TN
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed neurological assessments and monitored for acute changes in condition
- Collaborated with physicians during evaluations and treatment planning
Travel Registered Nurse – PCU/Telemetry/Med-Surg
Christian Hospital – Trustaff
St. Louis, MO
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and managed continuous cardiac drips
- Performed frequent reassessments of unstable patients
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances
Tyler, TX
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Performed triage and prioritized care based on acuity
- Initiated life-saving interventions in emergency situations
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg (Nephrology)
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances
Tyler, TX
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered patient-centered care and collaborated with providers to improve outcomes
Education
Baccalaureate Science of Nursing - BSN
Galen College of Nursing
08.2027
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
Trinity Valley Community College
05.2021
Skills
- Ventilator & Tracheostomy Care
- Telemetry Monitoring & Interpretation
- Cardiac Drip Management
- Rapid Response & Code Blue Participation
- IV Therapy & Central Line Maintenance
- Neurological & Cardiac Assessment
- Patient & Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Time Management & Prioritization
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing (#1038853), Expires 06/2027
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- TNCC
- ENPC
- PALS
Timeline
Emergency Room RN
Medical City
09.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse – LTAC
Kindred Hospital – Trustaff
06.2025 - 09.2025
Travel Registered Nurse – Oncology/Telemetry/Med-Surg
St. Michael Medical Center – Trustaff
10.2024 - 05.2025
Travel Registered Nurse – LTAC/Telemetry
Kindred Hospital – Trustaff
08.2023 - 10.2023
Travel Registered Nurse – Med-Surg (Neurology)
Bristol Regional Hospital – Trustaff
02.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Registered Nurse – PCU/Telemetry/Med-Surg
Christian Hospital – Trustaff
10.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances
03.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg (Nephrology)
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances
06.2021 - 03.2022
Baccalaureate Science of Nursing - BSN
Galen College of Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
Trinity Valley Community College