Shelley Minton
Ward,AR
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Registered Nurse at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary and a dedicated Stay-at-Home Mother/Homeschool Educator. Proven skills in effective communication and problem-solving, fostering collaborative learning environments. Developed comprehensive curricula and enhanced patient care through compassionate support, ensuring optimal outcomes in both educational and healthcare settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Mother/Homeschool Educator
Minton Household
01.2008 - Current
- Being a stay at home mother has been the most challenging and rewarding job I have ever had and a God-given blessing that I am so grateful for.
- Managing a household of 5 children, as well as foster care for one of those years.
- Facilitated routines in a loving environment and encouraged critical thinking and learning the world to the fullest through books and discussion.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Homeschooled for 3 years during this time.
- Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
- Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum covering a broad range of subjects, ensuring students received well-rounded education.
- Submitted and assembled student portfolios for local school district to satisfy legal guidelines.
- Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
- Planned and led groups of students and families in our homeschool group on field trips to enriching destinations, introducing to new experiences and broadening education.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse Manager
Radiology Associates, P.A.
10.2003 - 12.2007
- Worked for the interventional radiologist team in assisting with their rounds and follow-up of in-hospital patients at St. Vincent Infirmary that had been treated in the angio department, i.e., post brain coiling, post AAA stenting, drain placement, post vertebroplasty, etc.
- Worked also in their office at the Doctor's Building on University Avenue assisting interventional radiologists as they performed varicose veins procedures at their Arkansas Vein Center.
- Helped in setting up and putting the nursing practices into place for the Arkansas Vein Center when it started. Went to conferences to better learn how best to smoothly run and facilitate the best care for our patients.
- Manged several nurses over my years there and helped with interviewing/hiring and termination.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Worked well as a part of a team with other medical professionals, i.e., sonographers, CT techs and MRI techs and front desk staff.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Left this job when I became a mother.
- Note: I also came back and worked for them for about 6 months part time in 2012. I came back as a nurse for them to assist the lead nurse there. I quit after that time because I needed to be home with my boys full time as one of them had health needs at the time.
Radiology Registered Nurse
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
03.2003 - 10.2003
- Streamlined workflow in the radiology department by developing efficient processes for the radiologist's patient scheduling and followup.
- Assisted physicians with various diagnostic imaging procedures, facilitating timely detection of medical conditions.
- Prevented complications by administering medications as prescribed and monitoring patients for adverse reactions during radiology procedures.
- Worked on-call when needed.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records by diligently documenting all aspects of their nursing care during radiological examinations or treatments.
- Advanced professional development by attending conferences or workshops related to radiology nursing trends.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between departments for patients undergoing multiple diagnostic tests, coordinating schedules with other care providers.
- Explained procedures to patients to relieve anxiety and solicit cooperation.
- Administered conscious sedation to consistently monitor patient cardiac rhythms and other vitals during invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care instructions and potential side effects, ensuring proper understanding for optimal recovery results.
- Worked well with other medical professionals in the department.
- Left this job when approached by the radiologists to come work for them.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
06.2002 - 03.2003
- Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians, contributing valuable insights into patient conditions based on continuous assessments.
- Worked well with other medical professionals as a part of the CVICU team and was open to learning and instruction.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, promoting adherence to medication regimens and reducing readmission rates.
- Maintained competence in the latest cardiac care practices and technologies through ongoing professional development and participation in relevant educational offerings.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication of treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families during challenging situations, fostering trust between healthcare team members and loved ones.
- Managed ventilator settings, invasive lines, and other complex medical equipment, ensuring optimal patient safety.
- Left this job due to high stress of the unit and was ready for a change.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR05-2002
No Degree - Nursing
Harding University
Searcy, AR01-1999
High School Diploma -
Abundant Life Schools
Sherwood, AR05-1997
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching strategies
- Reading comprehension
- Problem-solving abilities
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
- Professionalism
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
Stay at Home Mother/Homeschool Educator
Minton Household
01.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse Manager
Radiology Associates, P.A.
10.2003 - 12.2007
Radiology Registered Nurse
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
03.2003 - 10.2003
Registered Nurse, CVICU
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
06.2002 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
No Degree - Nursing
Harding University
High School Diploma -
Abundant Life Schools
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