Shundra Blackmon
Barnesville,GA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination with 16 plus years experience. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Riverwoods Behavioral Health
223 Medical Center Dr. Riverdale, GA
07.2021 - Current
- Managed care of military C.O.R.E. unit for patients who are active duty, veterans who suffers from ptsd, sexual and physical trauma.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
Shepherd Center
01.2021 - Current
- Successfully completed hands-on clinical training in a variety of acute care settings for patients across the lifespan
- Developed effective skills in assessing, planning, organizing, implementing, managinging, and evaluating care for patients
- Completed a clinical practicum totaling 220 hours in medical
- This required providing total care of a team of # patients from diverse backgrounds under the supervision of a RN
- And development of organization and time management skills.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse
CareMaster Medical Services, Inc
Griffin, GA
01.2004 - Current
- Clinical coordinator for home visits
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
NorthEast Atlanta Healthcare And Rehabitation
Atlanta, GA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Lordyys Homecare
05.2013 - 01.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pediatric Specialist Of America (P.S.A.)
Macon, GA
07.2008 - 01.2010
School Nurse
Spalding County Griffin Ga
08.2006 - 01.2009
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
License Practical Nurse, Pediatric Care
Interim Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
11.2004 - 01.2008
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Education
Bachelor of Theology - Theology And Biblical Studies
North Carolina Theological Seminary
Clinton, NC05.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA12.2020
Skills
- Spinal Cord injuries, and Brain injury care
- OSHA Safety Awareness
- Palliative Care
- Evaluation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Riverwoods Behavioral Health
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Shepherd Center
01.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
NorthEast Atlanta Healthcare And Rehabitation
01.2014 - 01.2016
Lordyys Homecare
05.2013 - 01.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pediatric Specialist Of America (P.S.A.)
07.2008 - 01.2010
School Nurse
Spalding County Griffin Ga
08.2006 - 01.2009
License Practical Nurse, Pediatric Care
Interim Healthcare
11.2004 - 01.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse
CareMaster Medical Services, Inc
01.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Theology - Theology And Biblical Studies
North Carolina Theological Seminary
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gordon State College