Shelly Lopez
Douglas,WY
Summary
Compassionate Charge RN known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care management, emergency response coordination, and team leadership. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional patient care and smooth operation of healthcare facilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Charge RN
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
Douglas, WY
01.2021 - Current
- Provide guidance to nurses and other healthcare staff members on patient care issues.
- Supervise the work of nursing personnel, including assigning tasks and evaluating performance.
- Evaluate patient progress, identify potential problems, and recommend interventions for improvement.
- Provide leadership during emergencies or critical situations.
- Train and mentor new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Advise, coach, and mentor experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Distribute assignments to RNs and CNAs, guide work, and deliver training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Assist in the delivery of newborns, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
- Provide postpartum care to mothers, including monitoring vital signs and providing education on breastfeeding and infant care.
- Monitor fetal heart rate patterns during labor, intervening as needed to ensure the health and safety of mother and baby.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations, such as maternal hemorrhage or fetal distress.
- Provided medical care to newborns, including physical examinations and assessments.
- Monitored infants for signs of infection or other health issues.
- Performed routine laboratory tests on newborns to screen for genetic disorders or metabolic diseases.
- Instruct new parents in proper infant care techniques, including bathing, feeding, swaddling, and soothing methods.
- Initiate resuscitation measures when necessary due to complications during the birth process or preterm delivery.
- Identify potential risks associated with pregnancy or labor using established protocols.
- Provide emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Perform triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Respond quickly to life-threatening situations, while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Assist in the preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge from the hospital.
- Administer critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Respond quickly to codes, and coordinate efficient and skilled care.
- Managed critically ill COVID-19 patients that would not routinely be cared for at MHCC.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes to achieve 4 and 5-star HCAHPS ratings.
Med/Surg and OB Charge RN
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
Douglas, WY
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Collaborated with other departments, such as pharmacy, laboratory services, and physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members, according to their qualifications.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations, such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit, while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Distributed assignments to RNs and CNAs, guided work, and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers and newborns, including assessments, education and counseling.
Medical/Surgical RN
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
Douglas, WY
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided direct patient care according to established standards and procedures.
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, staff members, and physicians regarding treatment plans or progress updates.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions related to patient care needs.
- Responded quickly to any emergent situations that arose within the unit.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient's condition.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient vital signs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
Douglas, WY
10.2007 - 01.2014
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
Casper, WY12-2013
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Care Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Obstetrics/Newborn
- Decision-Making
- Patient Care Assignment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Resource Allocation
- Staff Training
- Patient Management
- Patient Care Standards
- Critical Care
- Compassionate and Patient
- Personal Integrity
- Patient Advocacy
- Training and Development
- Staff Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance
- Prenatal care
- Postpartum Care
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Fetal Heart Monitoring
- Newborn Recovery
Certification
- Wyoming Nurse Leadership Institute training
- ICU Training
- ER Training
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
- STABLE
- Fetal Heart Monitoring
- TNCC
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
House Charge RN
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
01.2021 - Current
Med/Surg and OB Charge RN
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
01.2015 - 01.2022
Medical/Surgical RN
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
01.2014 - 01.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Memorial Hospital of Converse County
10.2007 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas at Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
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