Shirley Scott
Evanston,IL
Summary
Doctoral-prepared Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with more than 30 years of nursing experience and over 15 years as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse specializing in maternal-child health, lactation medicine, obstetrics, newborn feeding, nursing education, and quality improvement. Experienced in providing inpatient and outpatient lactation consultation, coordinating interdisciplinary care, developing evidence-based education programs, and leading staff and patient education initiatives. Recognized for delivering compassionate, family-centered care while utilizing strong critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes in both structured and fast-paced clinical environments. Proven ability to manage complex patient care, implement best practices, and partner effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve high-quality outcomes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chicago Birthworks Collective, The Lactation Network, Partum Health, Sokona Collective
- Inpatient and outpatient experience
- Utilized evidence-based practice to educate pregnant people and new families about breastfeeding techniques to ensure successful lactation and maternal/infant nutrition
- Served as a resource to medical staff
- Develop individualized breastfeeding plans for patients
- Assisted patients dealing with high-risk medical problems: Infertility, Thyroid, PMOS, Diabetes, Low milk supply, Breast reduction/augmentation with lactation during the first year of life
- Home visits to new families who are experiencing feeding difficulties and offer evidence-based solutions and remedies
- Work with families and pediatricians to develop feeding plans for infants who are underweight
- Mentor CLC, peer consolers, CLP at Lactation Lab
- Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to ensure access to breastfeeding services and support
Staff Nurse OB Emergency Room
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
09.2024 - Current
- Develop, update and implement patient care plans based on assessments and patient/family input
- Prioritize needs, recognized symptoms, and adapt to changing patient conditions
- Execute orders accurately and document in medical records
- Collaborate with healthcare team to enhance patient care effectiveness
- Develop a tailored educational plan based on the patient’s diagnosis and needs
PINCH MED SPA
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive client assessments upon arrival, develop individualized treatment plans, and clearly communicate the purpose and process of recommended therapies
- Administer hyaluronic acid dermal fillers to restore volume, enhance facial contours, and revitalize skin with natural integration into tissue
- Perform microneedling procedures to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture and elasticity
- Perform neurotoxin injections to relax facial muscles and reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles such as frown lines
- Apply medical-grade chemical peels to exfoliate dead skin cells and stimulate cellular regeneration for improved skin tone and texture
- Provide intravenous hydration therapy to replenish essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, supporting optimal physical and aesthetic wellness
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Research and Education Specialist Nurse
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
02.2020 - 09.2024
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, perform, interpret diagnostic tests, and manage overall patient care
- Create personalized care plans addressing chronic conditions and breastfeeding challenges
- Ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Prescribing medications and other treatments
- Initiate and implement Perinatal Case Management
- Work with state and federal agencies to identify maternal mortality and morbidity risk factors
- Assist in establishing a state maternal health taskforce
- Chair of the Public Education & Community Empowerment and Engagement Committee
Perinatal Network Administrator
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Develop annual work plan, budget, financial reporting for Perinatal Center
- Implement quality improvement activities based on perinatal outcomes
- Work with Co-Directors on various research projects
- Plan continuing education for health professionals
- Ensure compliance with state reporting system by collecting and analyzing from network hospitals
- Oversee and coordinate site visits for network hospitals re-designation
Director of Outreach Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
10.2003 - 05.2017
- Develop and execute educational initiatives for medical and nursing staff
- Coordinate CEU/CME accreditation documentation submission
- Assist with Morbidity and Mortality reviews
- Work with Co-Directors on various research projects
- Assist hospitals with Illinois Department of Health Regulations compliance
- Chair of Illinois Obstetric Hemorrhage Project 2009 & 2015
- Help develop and implement various CQI and research projects for network hospitals
- Develop and implement simulations for the perinatal setting
Association of Women’s Health, Obstetrics, and Neonatal Nursing (AWHONN) Instructor Revision Task Force
05.2006 - 06.2008
- Literature review and integrate finding into the program
- Create presentation slides for the course
- Review current and incorporate new teaching modalities into the program
- Evaluate program effectiveness through data analysis
- Collaborate with team members to enhance course materials
Clinical Nurse Specialist
St. Francis Hospital
Evanston, IL
10.1997 - 10.2004
- Member of the leadership and management team
- Oversee staff orientation and developed Cross-Training Orientation Program
- Coordinate implementation of computerized documentation and maintain hospital standards
- Orchestrated, implemented, and coordinated key perinatal programs for staff and patients (Car Seat Safety, Perinatal Bereavement, Metabolic Screening and Neonatal Hearing)
- Coordinate clinical experiences for paraprofessionals
Test Development Committee for the Perinatal Nurse Exam
American Nurse Credentialing Center, ANA
07.1995 - 12.1998
- Set eligibility requirements for certification exam
- Review new test items for relevance, accuracy, and quality
- Develop description of practice for perinatal nurses
- Revise, delete and select items for pre-testing
- Develop eligibility criteria
Item Writer for the Perinatal Nurse Exam
American Nurse Credentialing Center, ANA
Washington, DC
09.1995 - 12.1997
- Create test questions for the Perinatal Nurse Exam
- Evaluate and enhance test questions from team members for accuracy and quality
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to align exam content with established standards
- Provide feedback on test questions to improve exam quality
- Review and revise test questions for the exam
Clinical Nurse Specialist
University of Chicago Hospital
08.1994 - 12.1997
- Lead high-risk pregnancy care and discharge coordination
- Consultant on perinatal legal and ethical issues
- Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives
- Develop and implement Recovery Room Cross-Training program for nurses
- Collaborated with a junior college to establish an on-site Operating Room Technician course to support workforce development
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Loyola University
08.1994 - 09.1997
- Instructed 8–10 students
- In foundational obstetrical care, including prenatal assessments, labor management, and postpartum support, in both clinical and classroom settings
- Guided students in developing critical thinking skills and integrating concepts from social, behavioral, and biological sciences to deliver comprehensive nursing care to childbearing families
- Educated students on standards of practice in Maternal-Child Health nursing, emphasizing evidence-based care, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Registered Nurse (9756)
United States Air Force
08.1989 - 09.1992
- Supervised four enlisted personnel during a shift
- Coordinated staff development activities for the OB/GYN unit
- Preceptor in OB/GYN internship program
- Honorable discharge
Education
Doctor of Nursing -
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL12-2020
Master of Science - undefined
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia05-1994
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05-1989
Skills
- Inpatient & Outpatient Lactation Consultation
- Lactation Assessment
- Development of individualized Feeding Plans
- Curriculum and Patient Education Material Development
- Adaptability
- Evidence-Based Practice & Quality Improvement
- Leadership/Management
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Organized, diligent, and tenacious
- Working with medically complicated patients to support their lactation goals
- Counseling skills
- Breast pump expertise
Affiliations
- Illinois Maternal Mortality Review Committee 2009-present
- Illinois Maternal Mortality Review Committee on Violent Deaths 2015-Present
Certification
- Illinois State Registered Nurse # 041283655
- Illinois Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner # 104352530
- Illinois Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner # 209023734
- Illinois Advanced Practice Nurse Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist # 209002264
- Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner #104352530
- National Certification Corporation Certificate of added qualification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring # 104352530
- International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant #L-316592
- ANCC Perinatal Nurse Specialist Certification #0221242
Interests
Reading, Cooking, Travel
Timeline
Staff Nurse OB Emergency Room
University of Illinois at Chicago
09.2024 - Current
PINCH MED SPA
08.2022 - Current
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Research and Education Specialist Nurse
University of Illinois at Chicago
02.2020 - 09.2024
Perinatal Network Administrator
University of Illinois at Chicago
05.2017 - 09.2020
Association of Women’s Health, Obstetrics, and Neonatal Nursing (AWHONN) Instructor Revision Task Force
05.2006 - 06.2008
Director of Outreach Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
10.2003 - 05.2017
Clinical Nurse Specialist
St. Francis Hospital
10.1997 - 10.2004
Item Writer for the Perinatal Nurse Exam
American Nurse Credentialing Center, ANA
09.1995 - 12.1997
Test Development Committee for the Perinatal Nurse Exam
American Nurse Credentialing Center, ANA
07.1995 - 12.1998
Clinical Nurse Specialist
University of Chicago Hospital
08.1994 - 12.1997
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Loyola University
08.1994 - 09.1997
Registered Nurse (9756)
United States Air Force
08.1989 - 09.1992
Master of Science - undefined
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Adelphi University
Chicago Birthworks Collective, The Lactation Network, Partum Health, Sokona Collective
Doctor of Nursing -
University of Illinois at Chicago