APRN

SHEQUILA BYRD

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SUMMARY

Area of knowledges includes over 29 years of experience in Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Family Planning, and Adults Medicine as well Occupational Health. As an APRN, I am efficient in evaluating, diagnosing and preparing effective treatment plans for patients who are faced with different common illnesses.

Cooperative team member who is compassionate and engrossed in provided patient-centered care which is driven by evidence-based practice and guiding principles.

A devoted provider who embraces high standards and integrity, engrossed in building strong connection with clients and their families, will advocate for patients with hopes of reaching a positive outcome.

EDUCATION

Walden University; Minneapolis, MN, USA

Master of Science, Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner

Graduated November 2016- GPA: 3.81

Have satisfactory completed 576 plus hours in women's health, obstetrics, pediatrics, and family practice which includes providing acute and chronic care for clients across the lifespan.

Grand Canyon University; Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Graduated May 2011

DeKalb College; Clarkston, Georgia, USA

Associate of Science, Nursing,

Graduated May 1998

Atlanta Area Technical; Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Licensed Practical Nurse

Graduated in 1986

EXPERIENCE

Registered Nurse lll Feb 2010 to Present

Grady Health System Atlanta, Georgia

Provide age appropriated culturally and ethnically sensitive care.

Utilize nursing assessments, nurse diagnosis, outcomes, identification planning and coordination.

Manage and treat clients for needle stick or blood body fluids exposures.

Perform annual health screening and TB surveillance.

Oversee and manage 6 clinical and support staff in patient care activities

Administer antiviral medication for those who were at risk for HIV infectious disease and obtain baseline labs and monitoring of clients who were on prophylactics medication.

Administer DOPT for Latent TB infection clients and Tuberculin Tine Test and reading.

Administer Immunization for prevention of illness such as MMR, Varicella, Tdap, FLU,

Hep. B, HBIG. Manage EE’s with illnesses /OJI. Assist with Workers Comp. Claims.

Senior Staff Nurse Apr 2001 to Feb 2010

Grady Heath System, Primary Clinic; Atlanta, Georgia

Provided age appropriated, culturally and ethnically sensitive care.

Provided clinical leadership for all staff members, exhibits professional standards and maintained a strong team focus.

Delivered high quality and compassionate care to indigent and low-income patients.

Acute Intervention in managing Adults patients with seizures, MI, Hypoglycemic or

Hypertension as well as Hypertension disorders

Managed information, communicated effectively and utilized technology.

Administrative Charge Nurse, Supervisory of 120 beds Aug 1998 to Apr 2001

Southwest Hospital Atlanta, Georgia

Utilized advanced knowledge and skills and expertise in nursery as the charge nurse.

Monitored neonates, adolescents and adults on Obstetrical services

Provided care to patients via therapeutic use of the nursing process.

Possess Level I and Level nursery skills.

Pre-op and Post-op assessments as well as experience for C/S and Tubal Ligations.

Knowledge of patient care management, preceptor training, and ordered supplies/equipment

COMMUNITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE

Participated in outreach ministry in a local community to help restore people lives.

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES

President of Nursing Ministry at New Shield of Faith Christian Ministries 2010-2015

Student President of 1998 Nursing Class at DeKalb College

MEMBERSHIPS

AANP and ANCC Organizations 2016-Present

HONORS

President’s List 2016

Dean’s List 2011

CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse- Georgia, RN license number 140458.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification- 2015 to present.

Family Nurse Practitioner Certification: F0117028

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

CPR /AED trained

REFERENCES

Available upon request.

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