Shyla Thurston
Dubuque,IA
Summary
Adaptable registered nurse with a strong background in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced settings. Dedicated and compassionate, I excel at remaining calm under pressure and handling complex patients and high-stress situations. I prioritize building strong relationships with patients and their families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hawkeye Care Center
06.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Registered Nurse
Haymount Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
07.2021 - 11.2021
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Luther Manor Grand Meadows
01.2018 - 03.2020
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2023
Associate of Applied Science, Associate Degree Nursing -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Peosta, IA05.2021
Diploma, Practical Nursing -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Peosta, IA05.2020
Skills
- Excellent communication and patient care skills
- Patient education and advocacy
- Positive interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide exceptional treatment for patients of all ages
- Exceptional patient safety
- Problem solving
- Nursing staff leadership and teamwork
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Documentation and Charting
Certification/Licensure
- American Heart Association CPR, 10/24/23
- NCLEX-RN: Registered Nurse Certification/Licensure Exam, 06/12/21
- NCLEX-PN: Licensed Practical Nurse Certification/Licensure Exam, 07/02/20
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 12/15/17
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hawkeye Care Center
06.2022 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
01.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Haymount Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
07.2021 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Luther Manor Grand Meadows
01.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science, Associate Degree Nursing -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Diploma, Practical Nursing -
Northeast Iowa Community College
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