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Shelly Graham

Decatur,MS

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ochsner Laird Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and effective communication. Adept at managing complex cases and fostering a culture of safety, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and care quality.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ochsner Laird Hospital
10.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Registered Nurse

Bedford Care Center
01.2016 - 09.2021
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Registered Nurse

St Dominic’s Hospital
07.2012 - 01.2016

Operating Room Nurse Circulating Nurse

Registered Nurse

Anderson Hospital
08.2008 - 06.2012

Operating Room Nurse Circulator in Surgery Department

Education

Nursing

Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS
07.2008

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient care
  • Wound care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Care planning
  • Patient management
  • Care plan development
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient evaluation
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Family education
  • Licensed RN
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Taking vitals
  • Critical care
  • Collecting vitals
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Medication distribution
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Patient discharge
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Performing ekgs
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Intake and discharge
  • Emergency response
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Relationship building
  • Vaccine administration
  • Chart updating
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • High level of autonomy
  • Procedure preparations
  • Medical assessment
  • ADL assistance
  • Patient counseling
  • Staff supervision
  • Personal care needs
  • Patient relations
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Chest pain management
  • Emergency procedures
  • Treatment Planning
  • Emotional awareness
  • HIPAA education
  • Emergency care
  • Administering immunizations
  • Health screening
  • Long-term care
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Mobility assistance
  • Removing sutures
  • Mental health nursing
  • Feeding assistance
  • Medical evaluation
  • Software use
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Home health care
  • Supply restocking
  • Evaluations

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ochsner Laird Hospital
10.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Bedford Care Center
01.2016 - 09.2021

Registered Nurse

St Dominic’s Hospital
07.2012 - 01.2016

Registered Nurse

Anderson Hospital
08.2008 - 06.2012

Nursing

Meridian Community College
Shelly Graham