Shonta Bryson
Bennington,NE
Summary
Seeking a position as a Registered Nurse in a reputable health care environment where I can apply my knowledge, abilities, and experience to perform the satisfactory duties of a RN authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse Full Time 36 Hr/wk
Nebraska Medicine
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with Academic Nephrologists and healthcare teams to provide dialysis to support inpatient and emergent care in all available modalities.
- Provided care in an 8-bed specialized unit that focused on inpatient assessments, medication, and dialysis equipment set up.
- Provided care with a 2:1 patient to nurse ratio and 1:1 bedside with 3–4-hour treatments.
- Provided care in treatment room and bedside patients who are ICU status or in Isolation precaution.
- Accountable to call shift when needed for emergency care and continuous dialysis patients.
Registered Nurse Part Time 48hrs/Month
GrapeTree
12.2016 - Current
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Provided quick and efficient nursing assessment/ patient interview
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures
- Document patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight
- Responds to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Document patient intake and dietary requirements and assist with feeding
- Medication Administration
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Insulin administration per sliding scale or scheduled
- Peg tube feedings/care
- Wound Care
- Patient Teaching
- Vital Signs
- Travel to different facilities for work assignments.
HSS Clinical Coordinator Full Time 40hrs/week
United HealthCare
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Assess, plan and implement care strategies that are individualized by patient and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care
- Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs; including financial, psychosocial, community and state supportive services
- Manage the care plan throughout the continuum of care as a single point of contact
- Communicate with all stakeholders the required health-related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all members
- Advocate for patients and families as needed to ensure the patient’s needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team.
Rapid Response Med Surg RN Full Time 60hrs/week
SnapNurse- Tri City Medical
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Monitored patients’ vital signs
- Administered medication via IV/PO/SQ/IM
- Established IV access to take blood samples
- Monitored and recorded input and output in patients with renal failure, gastroenteric, and cardiac conditions
- Removed secretions using aspiration technique in patients with endotracheal tubing
- Performed patient’s assessment including cardiovascular, urinary catheters, respiratory, neurologic, and tracheostomy
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, moving in bed, standing and walking
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, med/surg procedures and medication
- Special watch over the care of patients with cardiac conditions such as: chest pains, arrhythmias, CVA, MI, post-infarct, etc
- Participates in discharge planning of patients in conjunction with the healthcare team
- Monitor patient vital signs for changes and/or abnormality
- Informed physicians regarding abnormal lab values, arrhythmia, & pertinent events
- Pain control management.
Rapid Response Med Surg RN Full Time 72hrs/wk
Krucial Staffing/Texas Health Presbyterian
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Monitored patients’ vital signs
- Administered medication via IV/PO/SQ/IM
- Established IV access to take blood samples
- Monitored and recorded input and output in patients with renal failure, gastroenteric, and cardiac conditions
- Removed secretions using aspiration technique in patients with endotracheal tubing
- Performed patient’s assessment including cardiovascular, urinary catheters, respiratory, neurologic, and tracheostomy
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, moving in bed, standing and walking
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, med/surg procedures and medication
- Special watch over the care of patients with cardiac conditions such as: chest pains, arrhythmias, CVA, MI, post-infarct, etc
- Participates in discharge planning of patients in conjunction with the healthcare team
- Monitor patient vital signs for changes and/or abnormality
- Informed physicians regarding abnormal lab values, arrhythmia, & pertinent events.
Rapid Response Med Surg Nurse Full Time 60hrs/wk
Snap Nurse/Ochsner Northshore Medical
10.2021 - 12.2021
- MedSurg General
- Completed initial intake assessment upon admission to floor
- Assess patient condition
- Administer medications via IV/SQ/PO/IM
- Change dressings
- Monitor vital signs
- Worked with patient’s medical doctor to provide treatment
- Provide patients with support and education
- Monitored intake and output
- Pain control.
Med Surg RN Full Time 36hrs/wk
Methodist Healthcare
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Registered Nurse Med Surg/Tele/Short Stay
- Monitored patients’ vital signs
- Administered medication via IV/PO/SQ/IM
- Established IV access to take blood samples
- Monitored and recorded input and output in patients with renal failure, gastroenteric, and cardiac conditions
- Removed secretions using aspiration technique in patients with endotracheal tubing
- Performed patient’s assessment including cardiovascular, urinary catheters, respiratory, neurologic, and tracheostomy
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, moving in bed, standing and walking
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, med/surg procedures and medication
- Special watch over the care of patients with cardiac conditions such as: chest pains, arrhythmias, CVA, MI, post-infarct, etc
- Participates in discharge planning of patients in conjunction with the healthcare team
- Monitor patient vital signs for changes and/or abnormality
- Recognize heart rhythms such as afib, heart blocks, vtach/fib & knowledge of appropriate treatment
- Received patient's from cath lab & aware of appropriate assessment for vital signs, affected limb, insertion site, & restriction in activity immediately after procedure
- Informed physicians regarding abnormal lab values, arrhythmia, & pertinent events.
LPN Skilled Nursing Facility Full Time 36hrs/wk
Hillcrest Health Services/Post Acute Rehab
02.2017 - 10.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
Registered Nurse SNF Full Time 36 Hrs/wk
Hillcrest Health Services / Post Acute Rehab
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Provided quick and efficient nursing assessment/ patient interview
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify the course of treatment
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
- Worked with a healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists, and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
LPN Full Time 36 Hrs/wk
Meritan
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Insulin administration per sliding scale
- Peg tube feedings/care
- Wound Care
- Patient Teaching
- Documentation.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
LPN Charge Nurse. Full Time 40hrs/week
Shelby Residential Vocational Services
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Direct Support Personnel
- Assist physicians during rounds of residents' rooms
- Assigning and delegating duties to non-licensed nursing staff
- Monitoring resident care and supervising other nursing staff
- Performing ongoing assessments of residents' physical and mental health
- Explaining procedures and treatment protocols to residents
- Giving medication as prescribed by a physician
- Assess patients' reactions to medications and treatments
- Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, O2Sat, pulse and weight
- Basic wound care including cleaning and bandaging injured areas
- Giving injections of medication
- Taking medical histories
- Entering information into computer systems
- Trained employees on tracheostomy care
- Trained new hire nurses
- Schedule residents medical appointments
- Write prescriptions at the physician's request
- Assist residents with daily needs such as eating, bathing and dressing
- Monitor fluid and food intake and output
- Skin assessments- observe for potential bed sores
- PEG tube feedings
- Accuchecks
- Tracheostomy care.
Bank Teller Supervisor Full Time 40 Hrs/week
Regions Bank
10.2007 - 12.2011
- Branch Operations Representative/Teller Supervisor
- Compile and generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports to upper management
- Perform audits on a weekly basis
- Process and approve Demand Deposit Accounts, Savings Deposits/Withdrawals, Installment Loan and Bank Card payments
- Provide quality customer service to ensure customer needs are being met
- Recommend customer referrals to direct sales staff.
- Enhanced company reputation by providing exceptional customer service and support.
- Contributed to team sales goals by upselling products and services to customers.
- Assisted in training new hires and offered ongoing support to help them reach their full potential.
Store Manager Full Time 40 Hrs/wk
Payless Shoes Source
07.2004 - 06.2006
- Store Manager
- Ensured sales targets were met as well as maintained store presentation according to policy
- Maintained stock records to minimize stock losses
- Ensured cash handling and security procedures were followed
- Recruited, trained, monitored and developed store staff and guaranteed all aspects of Health & Safety procedure are adhered to.
- Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
Customer Service Supervisor Full Time 40 Hrs/wk
OfficeMax
07.1999 - 07.2004
- Responsible for supporting the store leadership team to achieve business goals including sales, expense control, store profitability, customer satisfaction, and associate experience
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving escalated issues promptly and professionally.
- Enhanced team productivity through regular coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
- Collaborated with other departments to address recurring customer concerns, improving overall service quality.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication channels, fostering team collaboration and high morale.
- Monitored front end procedures including maintenance of cash office files and assisted in the day-to-day operations of receiving and stocking procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Associate Degree of Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05.2019
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
Memphis, TN01.2012
Skills
- Pain management
- Administration of blood and blood products
- Obtaining blood from central venous line
- Recording vital signs
- Care of drains/tubes
- Providing for safe patient environment
- Communication
- Patient rights
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
References
Kristen McCall, DNP, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Nurse Manager-Nebraska Medicine, Acute Dialysis
402-547-7665
Kiyonna Singleton, RN
Nurse Supervisor- Hillcrest Health Services
402-739-4874
Denise Murcek, NP
Nebraska Medicine
402-880-3129
Lovonda Knight-Byrd, RN
previous coworker
402-739-4874
Timeline
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse Full Time 36 Hr/wk
Nebraska Medicine
04.2023 - Current
HSS Clinical Coordinator Full Time 40hrs/week
United HealthCare
06.2022 - 04.2023
Rapid Response Med Surg RN Full Time 60hrs/week
SnapNurse- Tri City Medical
03.2022 - 04.2022
Rapid Response Med Surg RN Full Time 72hrs/wk
Krucial Staffing/Texas Health Presbyterian
01.2022 - 02.2022
Rapid Response Med Surg Nurse Full Time 60hrs/wk
Snap Nurse/Ochsner Northshore Medical
10.2021 - 12.2021
Med Surg RN Full Time 36hrs/wk
Methodist Healthcare
10.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse SNF Full Time 36 Hrs/wk
Hillcrest Health Services / Post Acute Rehab
05.2020 - 10.2020
LPN Skilled Nursing Facility Full Time 36hrs/wk
Hillcrest Health Services/Post Acute Rehab
02.2017 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse Part Time 48hrs/Month
GrapeTree
12.2016 - Current
LPN Full Time 36 Hrs/wk
Meritan
06.2013 - 08.2016
LPN Charge Nurse. Full Time 40hrs/week
Shelby Residential Vocational Services
08.2012 - 08.2016
Bank Teller Supervisor Full Time 40 Hrs/week
Regions Bank
10.2007 - 12.2011
Store Manager Full Time 40 Hrs/wk
Payless Shoes Source
07.2004 - 06.2006
Customer Service Supervisor Full Time 40 Hrs/wk
OfficeMax
07.1999 - 07.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Associate Degree of Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis