Venice A Shaw Atkinson
LONG RIDGE POST-ACUTE CARE
Stratford,CT
1
Certification
32
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse with over 20 years in diverse clinical settings, delivering high-quality patient care across skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and home care. Expertise includes patient assessment, medication administration, IV therapy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven leadership in staff supervision and care planning enhances team effectiveness and patient outcomes.
Work History
Registered Nurse
1 Year 4 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers for timely interventions.
- Delivered personalized patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in diverse home environments.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, enhancing understanding of medical conditions.
- Provided skilled nursing care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.
- Served as Charge Nurse, supervising nursing staff and coordinating resident care.
- Administered medications, G-tube, IV therapy, and treatments.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
- Respond to medical emergencies and changes in resident condition.
REGISTERED NURSE
21 Years 7 Months- Implemented and monitored care plans and administered medications to deliver effective nursing interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and available healthcare resources.
- Delivered skilled nursing care in long-term care and rehabilitation.
- Administered medications, IV therapy, wound care, and treatments.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments.
- developed individualized care plans.
- Educated residents and families.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
- Precepted and mentored new nursing staff.
REGISTERED NURSE
11 Months- Delivered comprehensive nursing care in home settings, emphasizing medication management and specialized treatments for improved patient outcomes
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians and healthcare professionals to enhance holistic patient care
- Maintained meticulous documentation and ensured compliance with regulatory standards to support quality nursing practices
REGISTERED NURSE
6 Years- Delivered high-quality, compassionate nursing care to private clients, administering medications and treatments.
- Delivered one-on-one private duty nursing care.
- Managed complex wound care, including use of negative-pressure systems to promote healing.
- Facilitated transitions from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care and patient satisfaction.
- Assisted clients with chronic disease management.
- Educated patients and caregivers.
REGISTERED NURSE, CHARGE NURSE
9 Years- Directed nursing care for sub-acute and long-term residents, overseeing medication administration and complex treatments
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, enhancing patient safety protocols
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development through targeted training programs
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING
2 Years- Directed nursing care for sub-acute and long-term residents, overseeing medication administration and complex treatments.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and upheld patient safety standards, contributing to quality care.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development through targeted training programs.
- Assisted in managing nursing operations.
- Supervised nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Assisted with staff education and quality improvement.
- participated in admissions and care planning.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
10 Years 11 Months- Supported nursing staff by facilitating activities of daily living and providing patient care across diverse healthcare settings.
- Delivered compassionate care to elderly patients, enhancing their comfort and overall well-being.
- Maintained precise patient records and ensured effective communication with nursing teams to support patient care.
- Monitored residents and reported changes in condition.
- Work closely with nurses to provide quality patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Skills
Direct patient care
Medication management
Medication management
Medication and IV administration
Wound care
G-Tube Care
Wound care and VAC
Foley catheter management
G-tube management
Tracheostomy management
PCC documentation
Nurse leadership
Certification
- Nurse, Connecticut License Number 075830 Registered
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification, 1989 – 2005
- CPR/BLS 3/19/2026-3/31/2028
- Certified in Mental Health First Aid (2026)
- IV Central Line Management, Fluid and Electrolytes, Pain Management, Pharmacology
- Wound Vacuum Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Nathaniel Witherell
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
REGISTERED NURSE
HOME CARE CONNECTORS
01.2021 - 12.2021Read More
REGISTERED NURSE
PRIVATUS CARE SOLUTIONS
01.2015 - 01.2021Read More
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING
ADVANCE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
01.2012 - 01.2014Read More
REGISTERED NURSE, CHARGE NURSE
CAROLTON CHRONIC CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL
01.2007 - 01.2016Read More
REGISTERED NURSE
LONG RIDGE POST-ACUTE CARE
01.2005 - CurrentRead More
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Long Ridge Post-Acute Care
08.1994 - 07.2005Read More
Housatonic Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing Science
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Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing Science
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HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Special Services Achievement Award (2006, Geriatric Resource Nurse (2005), Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing Faculty Award (2004), Dean's List (2001), Academic Achievement Awards (1998, 1997)
HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
- Special Services Achievements Award (20060
- Geriatric Resource Nurse (2005)
- Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing Faculty Award (2004)
- Dean's List (2001)
- Academic Achievement awards (1997, 1998)