Josselyn Shoemaker
Republic
Summary
Highly skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Neonatal Intensive Care at CoxHealth Hospital. Expert in neonatal resuscitation and patient assessment, I excel in critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective family education, I have successfully mentored new staff, fostering a culture of excellence in nursing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
CoxHealth Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Monitor Technician, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
CoxHealth Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Monitored patients' heart rates and oxygen saturation levels through continuous monitors.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to maintain quality patient care.
- Served as a dependable resource for nurses and other healthcare staff, notifying patient's care teams of abnormal findings.
- Trained and supervised new cardiac monitor technicians on best practices and safety measures.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CoxHealth Hospital
05.2016 - 07.2020
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from nurses and healthcare staff.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations and hospital policies by properly disposing of expired or damaged medications.
- Mitigated potential drug shortages by monitoring usage trends, adjusting stock levels accordingly, and promptly notifying relevant parties of any supply issues that arose.
- Advanced professional expertise by participating in continuing education opportunities, staying current on industry trends, and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the pharmacy department through proactive identification of workflow inefficiencies and proposing viable solutions.
- Aided in training new pharmacy technicians, serving as a knowledgeable resource and mentor for their professional development.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to address medication-related concerns and provide timely resolutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cox College
Springfield, MO05.2021
Associate of Arts -
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO2018
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARSkills
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Blood transfusion administration
- Patient monitoring
- Neonatal ICU procedures
- IV setup and initiation
- Medication administration
- Developmental care
- Laboratory draws
- Certified i-STAT operator
- Nursing documentation
- Unit preceptor role
- Critical thinking skills
- Patient assessment techniques
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Family education strategies
- Breastfeeding support
- Time management skills
Affiliations
Neonatal ICU Partnership Committee Member
Accomplishments
DAISY Award Nomination Recipient
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
CoxHealth Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Monitor Technician, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
CoxHealth Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2021
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CoxHealth Hospital
05.2016 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cox College
Associate of Arts -
Ozarks Technical Community College
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Arkansas State University