SHALDA D CHAPMAN RN

Bayonne, NJ ***** 470-***-**** ad37b3@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse specializing in telemetry, medical-surgical and behavioral health care. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex mental disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction. SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

Register Nurse, 05/2021 to Present

• Assesses team members with work related injury or illness.

• Manage team member(s) health surveillance/problems post exposure.

• Seek support from site CM, Provider(s), & Leader as needed.

• Performs clinical care professionally and serves as customer advocate and role model for team members.

• Identifies TM needs and works to provide services to meet those needs on an ongoing basis.

• Assists with preparing new hires in their respective role within department

• Collects data about contact requirements and service components, reviews flow/encounter form to ensure adequate capture of essential information and reviews with other team members promptly.

• Communicates effectively with company contact to eliminate any problems

• Acts as a resource in the clinical area.

Register Nurse, 11/2020 to 05/2021

GreenKey Resources- New York, New York

● Coordinates employee annual physical examinations.

● Administers immunizations.

● Provide clinical emergency medical treatment for occupational injury or illness.

● Provide clinical emergency care for non-occupational injury or illness.

● Performs follow up care/treatment for occupational injury or illness.

● Obtains and maintains accurate and complete medical records on employees.

● Patient and family advocacy

● Professional bedside manner

● HIPAA education

● Acute care expertise

● Patient discharge

● Direct Patient Care

● Performing EKGs

● Proper catheter insertion/removal

● OSHA safety expert

● Medical laboratory procedures

● Infection control measures

● Employee Evaluation

● Foley catheters

● IV setup

● Medication Administration

● Performs case management of both work related and non-work related injuries and illnesses.

● Tracks Injury or illness data electronically.

● Ensures any necessary medical equipment and supplies are maintained and ready for use at all times.

● Coordinates drug and alcohol testing (post incident and for-cause); and, administers company policy in regards to drug and alcohol testing.

● Participates in organization’s health and safety committees.

● Performs rounds with Safety Officer to ensure basic Infection Control/Prevention and safety practices are maintained.

Temperature Screening Supervisor, 01/2020- 11/2020 Medix: Gray Construction-Hillside, NJ

• Oversee team of 9 temperature screeners.

• Ensure screening is performed accurately and results are assessed in order for employee personnel, contractors and vendors to gain access to facility.

• Direct/guide crowds to ensure individuals are adhering to a minimum of 2 meter distance apart.

• Monitor the number of individuals entering and leaving the facility.

• Calibrate thermometers to ensure accurate readings.

• Prepare statistical data to be presented to appropriate staff. Register Nurse, 10/2019 to 11/2020

Plantation General Hospital – Plantation, FL

● Deliver patient-centered care to patients on a Medical/Surgical and Telemetry unit.

● Nursing duties entail applying evidence-based practices to initiate, administer, and maintain vasoactive drips, blood transfusions, IV insertions; Assess, monitor, and manage cardiac dysrhythmias; Interpret telemetry strips.

● Assess, monitor, manage, and treat post-surgical procedures.

● Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

● Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.

● Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

● Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.

Student Nurse Intern, 03/2016 to 10/2019

Plantation General Hospital – Plantation, FL

● Monitored medications noted side effects and reported issues to senior staff.

● Communicated with patients and family members and provided updated information.

● Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.

● Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.

● Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.

● Administered close patient care, including checking vital signs and checking telemetry.

● Attended more than 40 medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.

● Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.

● Helped physicians’ complete procedures such as lumbar punctures by supporting patients and organizing necessary supplies.

Medical Assistant, 08/2013 to 02/2016

WellStar Health System – Stockbridge, GA

● Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.

● Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.

● Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.

● Conducted preliminary evaluations, including measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure, and documented results with accuracy.

● Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.

● Identified test discrepancies.

● Submitted prescriptions to pharmacy via phone, fax or web.

● Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.

● Balanced, calibrated and recorded appropriate hemodynamic data.

● Attended required training, education and meetings.

● Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms. Patient Care Technician, 03/2008 to 08/2013

Fayette Regional Health System – Smyrna, GA

● Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.

● Maximized patient satisfactions by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

● Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.

● Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.

● Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.

● Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.

● Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria.

● Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.

● Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

● Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures. Business Office Manager, 02/2005-03/2008

Bonterra Nursing Center – Atlanta, GA

• Office manager within a 118 bed skilled nursing facility.

• Managed business office staff including front desk receptionist, accounts payable, accounts receivable, human resources, payroll and medical records.

• Responsible for handling and reconciling resident trust fund, and facility petty cash.

• Responsible for follow up and collection of private pay, Medicare/Medicaid, Hospice and Insurance accounts.

• Created and edited UB92s for the purpose of billing Medicare/Medicaid, hospice and HMOs. Recorded daily cash collections and deposited into the appropriate accounts.

• Post and balanced census, charges and adjustments.

• Performed month end close process accurately and in a timely manner

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• TITAN CAPITAL – NEW YORK CITY, NY 2002-2004

Administrative Team Supervisor

• Supervised the Administrative Team and daily operations within an office environment ensuring hedge fund investment transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.

• Consulted with Upper Management when necessary, pertaining to performance of the team, daily routine of the Administrative Team, and delegation of tasks.

• Ensured that staff members work effectively, support individuals, follow their support and daily activity plans, and report any deviations from the required time frames to management. Plan and manage staff lunch rotations daily.

• Arranged and provided PTO and emergency coverage, working within parameters of the administrative positions and notifies payroll of any absences within the team.

• Ensured a good team working environment, while providing motivation, support, coaching and mentoring the staff.

• Properly responded to all inquiries and requests for information in a courteous and timely manner

• EDUCATION

Bachelors of Science: Nursing, 10/2019

Broward College - Fort Lauderdale, FL

● Dean's List 2017-2019

● Graduated cum laude

Associate of Science: Practical Nursing, 05/2012

Georgia Military College - Milledgeville - Milledgeville, GA Bachelors of Arts, Business Administration, 06/2002 American InterContinental University, Atlanta, GA

Associates of Arts, Business Administration, 04/1998 American InterContinental University, Atlanta, GA

CERTIFICATIONS

● First Aid/CPR Certified

● Certified Case Manager

● Certified Wound Care

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