Shana Reed RN, BSN
McDonough,GA
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse, seeking a position where my skills and training can be utilized in a healthy work environment, that allows for growth, development, and longevity. A team player with strong organizational skills, and 1 year of medical/surgical experience. Very knowledgeable with 10+ years as a pediatric LPN.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse (Med/Surg)
Piedmont Henry Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Piedmont Pediatrics LLC
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on newborns, infants, toddlers, and adolescents.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- POCT
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive pediatric care.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and treatments, ensuring optimal patient care and comfort.
- Administered vaccinations and medications to patients, adhering to proper dosage guidelines and protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to supervising nurse or physician, promoting early intervention for potential health issues.
- Collect newborn screens, set up sterile field when performing and obtaining urine from straight catheterization
- Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on newborns, infants, toddlers and adolescents.
- Served as a preceptor for new hires, guiding them through orientation processes while helping them acclimate into their roles as pediatric LPNs.
LPN II Wait-list Coordinator
Piedmont Healthcare Mason Transplant Clinic
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Schedule Diagnostic testing appointments for patients who are actively waiting on the United Network for Organ sharing waitlist.
- Kidney / Liver Transplant
- Obtain medical records from various hospitals.
- Prepare patient charts for reevaluation for the United Network for Organ Sharing waitlist.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Primary Care LPN
NorthShore Health Centers
11.2014 - 04.2017
- Gathering personal medical histories, obtaining vitals signs medication reconciliation, to be entered in the patients EHR ( NextGen)
- Accessing CHIRP for inputting patients immunizations received in clinic
- Performing EKG's, phlebotomy skills, administering PPDs, injections/immunizations
- Perform in house POCT.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Phlebotomy Technician
Methodist Hospital
11.2009 - 11.2013
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency through proper specimen handling and labeling procedures.
- Streamlined the blood collection process through proficient venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques.
- Assisted in training new Phlebotomy Technicians on best practices, contributing to a skilled workforce.
- Demonstrated adaptability in performing both routine blood collections as well as more specialized collections such as therapeutic phlebotomy or difficult-to-draw patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Birmingham, AL04.2023
Diploma - Nursing
Everest College
Merrillville, IN08.2013
Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy
In Training College
Lowell, IN10.2009
Skills
- CPR/AED
- Direct Patient Care
- EMR / EHR
- Care Planning
- Intake and discharge
- Medication and IV administration
- Newborn care
- Patient Education
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse (Med/Surg)
Piedmont Henry Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Piedmont Pediatrics LLC
04.2020 - 07.2021
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta
01.2018 - 02.2020
LPN II Wait-list Coordinator
Piedmont Healthcare Mason Transplant Clinic
06.2017 - 01.2018
Primary Care LPN
NorthShore Health Centers
11.2014 - 04.2017
Phlebotomy Technician
Methodist Hospital
11.2009 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Diploma - Nursing
Everest College
Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy
In Training College
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