Shelly Insko
VISTA,CA
Summary
Competent RN, with 12 years LVN experience in various areas of nursing including Wound care, medication administration, infection prevention and management. Able to deliver high quality patient care in a fast paced environment. Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment to be able to focus on delivering patient-centered outcomes. History of impactful contributions to patient stabilization and care coordination.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN/MEDICATION NURSE/Wound Care Nurse
VISTA KNOLL SPECIALIZED CARE
12.2022 - Current
- Performed initial skin assessment for all new patients
- Worked with providers to decide on resident plan of care and treatment options for wounds
- Performed weekly measurements and clinical assessments of all wounds in facility
- Educated nursing staff on wound care, treatment protocols and facility policies and procedures for wound care
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly...
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
ADON
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER.
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Ensured our facility delivered the highest possible level of care by working with the DON, Administrator, Physicians and all other Departments to coordinate the complex care required to assist our patients
- Helped to resolve patient concerns/complaints
- Developed, implemented and evaluated patient care plans
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections, enhancing overall patient safety measures...
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
Director of Staff Development/Infection Prevention Nurse
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER
06.2017 - 02.2022
- Responsible for orientation of all new employees
- Provided continuing education units for CNAs
- Responsible for in-services and training for all staff
- Responsible for interviewing, hiring and managing CNAs, including providing 90 day and annual performance reviews
- Responsible for staff and resident vaccination status
- Implemented protocols based on training/education provided by CDC/CDPH during the COVID 19 Pandemic
- Responsible for education and training to all staff, residents, physicians and family members regarding the ever-changing protocols throughout the COVID 19 pandemic
- Worked directly with CDPH and San Diego County Department of Health and Human Services throughout the COVID 19 pandemic to ensure compliance with current safety standards
Wound Care/Treatment Nurse
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Performed initial skin assessment for all new patients
- Worked with providers to decide on resident plan of care and treatment options for wounds
- Performed weekly measurements and clinical assessments of all wounds in facility
LVN/Medication Nurse/Charge Nurse
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER
05.2012 - 05.2015
- Provided nursing interventions to meet physical and emotional needs of patients and families
- Educated patients and families regarding disease process, discharge planning and plan of care throughout stay at facility
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatment, medications, discharge instructions and follow up care
- Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA12-2024
Certificate - LICENSED VOCATION NURSE
KAPLAN COLLEGE
Vista, CA05-2012
Skills
- Wound care expertise
- Vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring0
- Clinical judgment
- Documenting intake0
- Patient relationship building
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient evaluations
- Educating families
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Charting and recording
- Empathetic and compassionate
Certification
Director of Staff Development 24 hour training course (2017)
Wound Care Certification (2016) -Education provided by Wound Care Education Institute for testing to become Wound Care Certified through NAWCO
IV Certification (2012)
Timeline
LVN/MEDICATION NURSE/Wound Care Nurse
VISTA KNOLL SPECIALIZED CARE
12.2022 - Current
ADON
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER.
03.2022 - 11.2022
Director of Staff Development/Infection Prevention Nurse
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER
06.2017 - 02.2022
Wound Care/Treatment Nurse
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER
06.2015 - 05.2017
LVN/Medication Nurse/Charge Nurse
POWAY HEALTHCARE CENTER
05.2012 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palomar College
Certificate - LICENSED VOCATION NURSE
KAPLAN COLLEGE
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