Suhani Shah, BSN, RN
New York,NY
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with expertise in high-acuity pediatric and acute care. Specializes in ventilator management, tracheostomy care, central line maintenance, and IV therapy. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment to prioritize patient safety and facilitate early detection of deterioration through interdisciplinary collaboration. Adapts quickly to fast-paced hospital environments, driving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children
Queens, New York
07.2024 - Current
- Managed high-acuity nursing care for pediatric patients with complex conditions.
- Administered life-sustaining medications and enteral nutrition via NG/GT tubes, ensuring safety.
- Monitored patient status continuously, communicating critical changes to medical team for timely interventions.
- Provided advanced wound care services following clinical standards to promote healing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Operated advanced clinical equipment including EKG machines and infusion pumps for accurate diagnostics.
- Educated families on home care procedures and symptom recognition for continuity of care.
- Participated in rapid responses and code blues, adhering to protocols for stabilizing patients.
Clinical Capstone Nurse Extern
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided direct patient care under RN supervision in high-acuity medical-surgical telemetry unit, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments, monitoring cardiac telemetry rhythms and reporting abnormalities.
- Monitored vital signs, oxygen saturation, cardiac rhythms, and neurological status to detect early deterioration signs.
- Administered medications following six rights of medication safety protocols.
- Assisted with tracheostomy care, IV skills, wound care, Foley catheter management, and specimen collection.
- Supported care for patients with cardiac conditions, respiratory disorders, post-operative recovery, and complex diagnoses.
- Accurately documented patient assessments, interventions, and responses in electronic medical record (EMR) to maintain comprehensive patient history.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and patient care technicians, to enhance patient care.
Medical Assistant
Pain Management Clinic
Melville, New York
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Conducted thorough pain assessments using standardized scales and clinical judgment for individualized pain management.
- Assisted in complex procedures with local and regional anesthesia while providing close post-anesthesia monitoring.
- Educated patients on medication side effects and non-pharmacological pain management strategies to promote self-management.
- Ensured compliance with stringent infection control measures and clinical protocols to maintain a safe care environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY Old Westbury
Old Westbury, NY05-2019
Skills
Clinical Expertise: Ventilator Management, Tracheostomy Care, NG/GT Tube Insertion & Management, Mediport Access &
Maintenance, IV Access & Medicine Administration, Advanced Wound Care
Professional Standards & Compliance: HIPAA Regulations, OSHA Safety Standards, Infection Control Protocols
Electronic Health Records (EHR) Systems: Epic, Matrix care (Charting, Order Entry, Med Administration)
Language Proficiency: English, Hindi, Gujarati
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), State of New York (License Number: 939038) - Active
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children
07.2024 - Current
Clinical Capstone Nurse Extern
Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant
Pain Management Clinic
02.2019 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY Old Westbury