Shane Carlton
Southern Illinois Healthcare
Marion
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Accomplished Registered Nurse with Southern Illinois Healthcare, adept in critical care and patient-centered nursing. Leveraged strong clinical judgment and compassionate care to enhance patient outcomes. Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality care. Skilled in medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity of care. Passionate advocate for patient and family needs.
Work History
Registered Nurse
12 Years 8 Months- Delivered patient-centered nursing care, prioritizing safety, comfort, and timely clinical interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with care plans.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary communication to support seamless transitions, discharge readiness, and continuity of care.
- Assessed changing patient conditions, escalating concerns promptly and initiating appropriate nursing actions.
- Performed comprehensive critical care assessments and prioritized interventions for unstable patients.
- Monitored hemodynamic status, telemetry, and ventilator support to detect clinical changes early.
- Administered titrated medications and IV therapies while maintaining medication safety and protocol compliance.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care plans with physicians, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff.
- Initiated rapid response actions for patient deterioration and supported emergent stabilization measures.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and response trends accurately in electronic medical records.
- Mentored less experienced nurses on critical care workflows, unit standards, and patient safety practices.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
Licensed Practical Nurse
7 Months- Coordinated care with registered nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
10 Months- Administered medications and monitored residents for side effects and treatment responses.
- Documented vital signs, assessments, and care updates in medical records.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes following established clinical protocols.
- Observed changes in resident condition and reported concerns promptly to medical doctor.
- Supported care plan implementation by following individualized resident instructions consistently.
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 2 Months- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to medical staff for timely intervention.
- Documented resident care activities accurately in charts and shift notes for continuity.
- Responded quickly to call lights, resident requests, and urgent comfort needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- cum laude graduate
- 3.5 GPA
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
- Ambassador Scholarship Recipient
- Phi Theta Kappa Member
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Compassion and empathy
Intravenous therapy
Professional bedside manner
Critical care
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support
- PCCN- Progressive Care Critical Nurse
- TNCC- Trauma Nursing Core Course
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Southern Illinois Healthcare
02.2014 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Illinois Medical Group
07.2013 - 02.2014Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mulberry Manor
09.2012 - 07.2013Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn Ridge Supportive Living Facility
07.2010 - 09.2012Read More
Southeast Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Shawnee Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Daisy Award Winner
Nominated by Pulmonologist Physician for quick assessment skills and notification to help find collapsed lung.