Shellsia Friend
Houston,Texas
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly organized and able to multitask while effectively coordinating patient care in a highly stressful environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Command Center
Intermountain Healthcare
Broomfiel, CO
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Initiate/facilitate safe and effective patient transfers with the involvement of various members of the interdisciplinary team while following hospital policies, procedures and federal regulations (i.e. EMTALA).
- Assessed patient condition and identified appropriate level of care needed.
- Provided timely feedback to referring facilities on status of placements and/or transfers.
Intake RN
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
Houston, TX
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Examine the need for involuntary/voluntary hospitalization while reporting behavioral changes and areas of concern to doctor, along with patient level of care assessments
- Review patient medical records, lab results, drug tests and vital signs from emergency rooms and crisis stabilization centers to ascertain treatment requirements
- Prioritize and perform psychological, safety and cultural assessments after transfer.
RN, Patient Placement Coordinator
CHI St. Luke’s Health Patient Placement Center
Houston, Texas
11.2018 - 06.2023
- Initiate/facilitate safe and effective patient transfers with the involvement of various members of the interdisciplinary team while following hospital policies, procedures and federal regulations (i.e. EMTALA).
- Provided timely feedback to referring facilities on status of placements and/or transfers.
- Monitored bed availability within the facility and other affiliated sites to ensure optimal utilization of resources.
- Reviewed insurance coverage information prior to admitting a patient in order to avoid delays or denials.
RN, ICU
Liquid Agents Healthcare
Various Cities, Texas
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Traveled to various cities in Texas, as needed, to fulfill ICU staffing needs.
- Closely monitored two or more ICU patients, titrated various drips, monitored various drains, as well as assisted physicians with various line placements and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and respiration rate.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
RN II/Charge Nurse, Neuro ICU
Houston Methodist Hospital Neuro ICU
Houston, TX
11.2013 - 10.2018
- Closely monitored two or more ICU patients, titrated various drips, monitored various drains, as well as assisted with various line placements and procedures.
- Performed 15 minute to hourly basic/neurological assessments, set-up/monitor external ventricular/lumbar drains (EVDs) as well as assisted Neurosurgeons with various procedures including, but not limited to the placement of the EVD catheter and lumbar punctures.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Staff RN/Charge Nurse-Hemodialysis
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
Houston, Texas
04.2012 - 11.2014
- Provided direct patient care, including assessing and monitoring vital signs, initiating and managing dialysis treatments, administering medications, and reporting changes in patient condition.
- Assessed patient's physical condition prior to each dialysis session.
- Served as a resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex clinical issues.
- Assisted with setting up dialysis machines, preparing solutions for hemodialysis treatments and ensuring proper functioning of equipment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Science Center
Lubbock, TX08.2013
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Houston Community College
Houston, TX08.2011
Skills
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
- Health Promotion
- Critical Thinking
- Proficient in Epic
- Patient Management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Chart updating
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Emotional awareness
- SBAR communication
- Family Education
- Patient Assessment
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
Timeline
RN, Command Center
Intermountain Healthcare
07.2024 - 08.2024
Intake RN
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
07.2023 - 06.2024
RN, Patient Placement Coordinator
CHI St. Luke’s Health Patient Placement Center
11.2018 - 06.2023
RN, ICU
Liquid Agents Healthcare
05.2016 - 08.2019
RN II/Charge Nurse, Neuro ICU
Houston Methodist Hospital Neuro ICU
11.2013 - 10.2018
Staff RN/Charge Nurse-Hemodialysis
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
04.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Science Center
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Houston Community College