Shylah McCravens
Lubbock,Texas
Summary
Experienced nurse dedicated to enhancing the nursing profession. Committed to providing holistic and safe patient-centered care that improves quality health outcomes within the Lubbock neonatal community. Skilled in developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and the delivery of excellent nursing care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered nurse
Covenant children’s hospital
11.2020 - Current
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering professional growth and confidence in clinical skills.
Senior Caregiver
HomeInstead Senior Care
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, completing housekeeping tasks as needed.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX12.2021
Assossiates in Applied Nursing Science -
Baptist School of Health Professionals
San antonio, tx01.2020
Assossiates in Science -
South Plains College
Levelland, TX01.2018
High school diploma -
Lubbock Cooper High School
Lubbock, TX01.2016
Skills
- Resourceful/quick learner
- Diligent during projects
- Honest and loyal
- Critical thinking
- Team player/leader
- Organized and collected under high-stress situations
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certified 2020-Present
- Basic Life Support certified 2018-Present
- STABLE certified 2019-Present
- NICU Preceptor 2023-Present
Accomplishments
- Hero of the month nominated by patient families and awarded by coworkers 2021.
Community Service
- Covenant Children's Story Tellers Event: Volunteered educating donors about the NICU population to raise money for the hospital.
Timeline
Registered nurse
Covenant children’s hospital
11.2020 - Current
Senior Caregiver
HomeInstead Senior Care
01.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Assossiates in Applied Nursing Science -
Baptist School of Health Professionals
Assossiates in Science -
South Plains College
High school diploma -
Lubbock Cooper High School
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