Registered Nurse High School

Cassandra Shelton

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City: Lincoln

State: AL

Zip: 35096

Country: USA

Phone: 205-***-****

Skill Level: Any

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Primary Skills/Experience:

Registered Nurse with ten years experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing high quality care to patients in acute care settings. I also have ten years experience in classroom management and education as a Health Science Instructor for Talladega County.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from University of Alabama in Birmingham, Birmingham AL 1/2001 to 11/2012 (Nursing Education/ Acute Adult)

High School Dipolma from Jacksonville State University, Birmingham AL 1/2001 to 12/2012

High School Dipolma from Athens State University, Birmingham AL 1/2001 to 12/2012

High School Dipolma from University of Alabama in Birmingham, Birmingham AL 1/2001 to 12/2012

Job History / Details:

Professional Summary

Registered Nurse with ten years experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing high quality care to patients in acute care settings. I also have ten years experience in classroom management and education as a Health Science Instructor for Talladega County.

Licenses

Registered Nurse

Skill Highlights

Health and wellness expertise

Medication administration expert

Skilled in conducting physical examinations

Laparasopic procedures familiarity

Skilled cardiac care nurse

Compassionate STD care and counselor

BLS instructor

Enthusiastic caregiver

Familiarity with disease management programs

Medical clinical procedures comprehension

Talented in minor surgery assistance

Specimen collection/processing proficiency

Sterilization techniques

OR and ER experience

Broad medical terminology knowledge

Committed to compliance reporting

Budgeting expertise

Effective policy and program development

Diagnostic tools experience

Culturally sensitive

Strong medical ethic

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Computerized charting specialist

Trained in in- and out-patient care

Infection control standards expert

IV drug therapy management

Body mechanics knowledge mastery

Professional Experience

May 2003 to Current

Citizens Baptist Medical Center Talladega, AL

Registered Nurse

Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team.Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.Provided necessary health education training for patients.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics.

August 2003 to Current

Talladega County Board of Education Talladega, AL

Health Science Instructor

Instructed students, based on course of study, with an interest in pursuing a career in the medical field. Supervised students in clinical setting to ensure quality care and skill building. Served on committee at State Department of Education to develop embedded credit across curriculum. Served as administrator for school system in the implementation of State Department of Education mandated College and Career Readiness Standards. Developed lesson plans on a daily and weekly basis. Utilized project based learning and collaboration often.

January 2006 to January 2007

Central Alabama Community College Childersburg, AL

Clinical Instructor

Supervised second year nursing students in a clinical setting. Ensured patient safety while optimizing student learning. Assigned case load and bed assignment to students. Collaborated with hospital staff on assignments. Lead pre and post clinical conference to allow students opportunity to discuss things learned and voice any concerns. Graded and promptly returned student's clinical homework with feedback, and evaluated student clinical performance.

Education and Training

2003 Central Alabama Community College Childersburg, AL

Associate of Applied Science Nursing

Academic Achievement Award for high average in all classes

2005 Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, Alabama

Bachelor of Science Nursing

Member of Nursing Honors Society

Graduated Summa Cum Laude

2005 Athens State University Athens, AL

Career Technical Teaching Certificate Teaching

Obtained state certification to teach Health Science

Member of Delta Kappa Gamma, National Teachers Honor Society

2012 University of Alabama in Birmingham Birmingham, AL

Master of Science Nursing Education/Acute Adult

3.75 GPA

Coursework in Acute Care Nursing

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