Stephanie Shortridge
Canton,TX
Summary
Dedicated RN with 15 years’ experience in the Emergency Department. Expert in all elements of patient care and successful in working as part of a team to treat a wide range of medical conditions. Skilled in prioritizing patients’ needs within high-stress environments. Expert in leadership skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Mother Francis Hospital
04.2020 - Current
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Nurse
Baylor Scott & White- Lake Pointe
01.2016 - Current
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Nurse
Texas Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Nurse; provided care for acutely ill patients.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
Nurse
Baylor Scott & White- White Rock
08.2009 - 01.2015
- Nurse; managed care of acutely ill patients.
- Functioned in various roles including Charge Nurse, Clinical Educator, and Staff Nurse.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services.
Field RN
Your Health Team
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Managed care of patients in the home.
Emergency Room Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
06.2008 - 08.2009
- provided care for acutely ill patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree -
Trinity Valley Community College
2008
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Trinity Valley Community College
2005
Diploma - Medical Assisting
1999
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Competent in physical assessments
- Accomplished leader
- High level of autonomy
- Professional bedside manner
- Analytical thinker
- Problem resolution capability
- Independent judgment and decision making
- Clinical instruction
Additional Information
- Dean's List 1999, Perfect Attendance 1999, Academic Honors Award 1999, Clinical Commendation Award 2005, Academic Scholarship 2005, Honor's List 2007-2008, Shining Star of the Month May 2013
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2009-present
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- BLS
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Mother Francis Hospital
04.2020 - Current
Nurse
Baylor Scott & White- Lake Pointe
01.2016 - Current
Nurse
Texas Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2015
Field RN
Your Health Team
01.2010 - 12.2011
Nurse
Baylor Scott & White- White Rock
08.2009 - 01.2015
Emergency Room Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
06.2008 - 08.2009
Associate of Applied Science Degree -
Trinity Valley Community College
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Trinity Valley Community College
Diploma - Medical Assisting
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