Shonetta Cunningham
Pickerington,OH
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse, prepared for role with robust background in patient admissions and care coordination. Expertise in creating individualized care plans and ensuring seamless patient transitions. Reliable team collaborator who adapts to changing needs while maintaining patient-focused approach. Passionate about providing quality care to every patient!
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Admission Nurse
Ohiohealth at Home/Compassus
12.2019 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine eligibility for home health services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, medications, and disease management strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical evaluations and feedback.
- Streamlined admission processes, enhancing efficiency in patient onboarding procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to medical team.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care efforts to enhance patient outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Applied advanced clinical skills in the administration of IV therapy, central line maintenance, and venipuncture procedures.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Trauma Nurse
Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and streamline workflows.
- Conducted thorough assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of patient health status and changes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Staff Nurse
Wexner Heritage Village
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and patient interaction techniques.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and compliance with care instructions.
- 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.
- Supervised daily nursing operations, optimizing resource allocation and staff performance for efficient care delivery.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
RN Charge Nurse
First Community Village
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, discharge planning, and post-care management.
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for complex patients.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed clinical conditions to ensure timely interventions and adjustments.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and post-discharge care strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety and minimizing hospital-acquired infections.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving efficiency in record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards through meticulous adherence to policies and procedures.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring appropriate care while respecting cultural preferences and personal values.
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
07.2016 - 04.2017
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and protocols.
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established guidelines and physician orders.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in condition for timely intervention.
- Led training sessions for new staff on best practices and organizational policies.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance patient safety and satisfaction metrics.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly, fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment.
- Conducted regular assessments of staff performance, providing feedback to promote professional development.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Fortis College
Westerville, Ohio12.2016
Practical Nurse Program - undefined
Columbus School of Practical Nursing
Columbus, Ohio08.2012
High School Diploma -
Northland High School
Columbus, Ohio06-2008
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical judgment
- End-of-life care
- Ethical practice
- Care planning
- Medication management
- Assessment skills
- Healthcare navigation
- Case management experience
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient care
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Daily charting
- Wound care
- OASIS assessment knowledge
- OASIS proficiency
- Home care regulations
Certification
- Associates Registered Nurse Program: Fortis College
- License Practical Nurse Program: Columbus School of Practical Nursing
- Basic Life Support Certificate
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Admission Nurse
Ohiohealth at Home/Compassus
12.2019 - Current
Trauma Nurse
Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center
08.2017 - 12.2019
Staff Nurse
Wexner Heritage Village
04.2017 - 08.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
07.2016 - 04.2017
RN Charge Nurse
First Community Village
01.2013 - 08.2017
Practical Nurse Program - undefined
Columbus School of Practical Nursing
Associate of Applied Science -
Fortis College
High School Diploma -
Northland High School
Community Health Care Service
Relay For Life 2012, 7118 Mt. Royal Avenue, Westerville, Ohio, 43082,