TaLia Shanahan

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• 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.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
• Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
• Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
• Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
• Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
• Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.

• Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity during interactions.
• Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
• Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
• Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
• Reduced hospital readmissions through effective patient education on disease prevention and management.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

● Diabetes, Hospice, and Stroke Patient Care

● Solid clinical skills coupled with patient-focused people skills

● Pre/Post-surgical care specialized

● Strong knowledge of infection control standards

● Physical assessments

● Acute and rehabilitative care

● Specialize in: chronic illness, COPD, Diabetes, Asthma, CHF, Pneumonia

● Charge nurse for multiple medical-surgical floors

● Responsible for bed control

● Telemetry monitoring