Shernata Hollinquest
Saginaw,US
Summary
Supportive, motivated, and patient-oriented registered nurse (RN) with 2 years of clinical experience. Dedicated, efficient, and detail-oriented team player with excellent interpersonal skills, compassion, and dedication towards collaboratively maintained treatment plans. Licensed medical professional with history of monitoring patients, administering medications, and supporting doctors and hospital staff on operational tasks.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambulatory Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based practice initiatives that improved overall quality of patient care within the ambulatory setting.
- Streamlined the discharge process, ensuring timely and well-coordinated transitions to home or other care settings.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between hospital departments such as radiology or laboratory services.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality, compassionate care to ambulatory patients.
Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
- Reduced medical complications by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Expedited patient flow through the trauma bay by efficiently triaging incoming cases according to severity and prioritizing treatment accordingly.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently verifying medication orders, dosages, and administration routes prior to administering medications to patients.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare providers by serving as the primary liaison between physicians, specialists, and ancillary staff members in high-stress environments.
Oncology Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
- Used my nursing expertise to meet the needs of Med Surg, Oncology, Ambulatory Surgery and Progressive Care patients in a challenging enviroments
- Checked life support equipment on a regular basis and made necessary adjustments to maintain optimal patient conditions
- Documented the patients' condition, progress, and medication side effects for future reference and review by other members of the care team
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, as well as providing current information to clinical supervisors
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after evaluating physician medical regimens
- Acted quickly and effectively in patient emergencies such as blue codes and rapid response situations
- Provided excellent care to patients with a variety of diagnoses and oversaw their treatment from start to finish, as well as providing patient health education and supervision to dialysis technicians
- Was in charge of administering prescribed medications as well as monitoring and documenting patient responses
- Managed all aspects of care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health education, and discharge planning
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids, and oriented patients to the unit to achieve optimal outcomes
- Administered various therapies and medications in accordance with the physician's orders and treatment plan
- Medication and IV administration, wound care, ostomy care, catheter insertion, and airway management were all interventions I implemented
- Gave medications and treatments to patients and tracked their responses, all while collaborating with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, keeping track of responses in order to identify and address new concerns
- Provided wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention, and pain management to patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Phlebotomist
MyMichigan Medical Center Midland
07.2015 - 03.2023
- Helped with office procedures by keeping track of patient flow, conducting phone screenings, and keeping track of sample drug lists
- Gathered tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays
- Used vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles to collect blood samples
- Kept patients safe by adhering to infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal guidelines
- Stocked the appropriate supplies in the phlebotomy cart or carrier
- Checked blood and specimen collection orders for accuracy, notifying nurses or physicians if there were any discrepancies between the order and the nursing station logs
- Ordered supplies, transported specimens, washed and packed instruments, and changed solutions in exam rooms
- Labeled vacutainer tubes correctly with the patient's name, date, and time of collection
- Prioritized my daily tasks based on the priority of the collections
- Followed physician orders when performing therapeutic phlebotomy
- Conducted blood draws on Pediatrics age ranging from 1 day old to 17 years of age.
Urgent Care Phlebotomist
MyMichigan Medical Center Midland
07.2015 - 03.2023
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Nurse Assistant
Primary Home Care
10.2009 - 07.2015
- Assisted with feeding activities, bathed and groomed patients, changed bedding, and bathed and groomed patients
- Examined patients to look for lacerations, contusions, and other physical symptoms that needed to be addressed
- Emptied wastebaskets, swept, mopped, and sanitized surfaces as part of my light cleaning duties
- Kept track of everything
- Increased patient satisfaction by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and exercising
- Applied hot and cold packs, as well as dressings and bandages, to patients as part of basic standardized wound care procedures
- Kept track of important patient data and relayed it to healthcare staff in order to improve treatment planning and delivery
- Had a conversation
CNA
Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Centre
10.2009 - 03.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Nursing - Associate of Applied Science -
Delta College - Main Campus
University Center, MI01.2022
Medical Assisting - Phlebotomy -
Tridge Training Institute
Midland, MI01.2014
Skills
- Client needs assessments
- Proficient in Epic software
- Field Trip Chaperone
- Activity management
- Dinner service planning
- Customer service
- Safety awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Report writing
- Food preparation
- Written and verbal communication
- Field trip monitoring
- Lunchroom Assistance
- Classroom Assistance
Timeline
Ambulatory Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
Oncology Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center Cooper
05.2022 - Current
Urgent Care Phlebotomist
MyMichigan Medical Center Midland
07.2015 - 03.2023
Phlebotomist
MyMichigan Medical Center Midland
07.2015 - 03.2023
CNA
Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Centre
10.2009 - 03.2014
Nurse Assistant
Primary Home Care
10.2009 - 07.2015
Nursing - Associate of Applied Science -
Delta College - Main Campus
Medical Assisting - Phlebotomy -
Tridge Training Institute
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