Shannon Maddaleno
Hillsboro
Summary
Nurse Manager with passion for labor and delivery. A strong background in patient care, documentation and process improvements. Successfully implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes and fostering effective communication among healthcare teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager, L&D
HSHS St Francis
Litchfield
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Implemented training programs for new nursing staff and ongoing education.
- Developed policies to enhance patient safety and compliance standards.
- Managed budgets and resources to optimize departmental efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare teams, strengthening collaboration and streamlining patient care delivery.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Oversaw scheduling to maintain adequate nurse staffing levels at all times.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss concerns or issues related to nursing practices.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
- Addressed disciplinary issues among staff in accordance with organizational policy.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
- Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
- Assisted with the budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
- Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
- Monitored quality assurance activities for compliance with standards of care.
- Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
- Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress and plan care strategies.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by organizing peer groups and facilitating ongoing education for nursing staff. South Central Illinois Perinatal Committee
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' condition.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Epic and Philips OBTracevue
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid the physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- AWHONN member
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
HSHS St. Francis Hospital
Litchfield
09.2009 - 01.2023
- Assisted with department education needs specific to L&D/PP/mother baby
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to ensure safety and timely interventions during labor and delivery.
- Assisted physicians with labor management and delivery procedures.
- Educated and supported patients and families to enhance understanding and comfort during the birthing process.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to develop individualized birth plans.
- Administered medications and interventions during labor stages.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify complications, facilitating prompt medical interventions and improving patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in the unit.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices for labor and delivery care.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother and baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Ensured safety and comfort for mothers in labor and immediate postnatal care for newborns in hospital environments.
- Administered essential emergency resuscitation procedures to stabilize patients in distress.
- Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper nutrition requirements while pregnant or lactating.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.
- Complied with OSHA standards for healthcare professionals to minimize or eliminate risk of infection.
- Conducted postpartum evaluations to ensure health and well-being of mother and baby.
- Evaluated patients' response to treatments administered by adjusting dosages accordingly.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including follow-up appointments and home care instructions.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in maternal and newborn care.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes. Assisted with initiatives guided by the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans for laboring mothers and newborns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Epic and Philips OBTracevue
- Performed regular checkups on expectant mothers in order to monitor their health status.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
HSHS St Johns Hospital
Springfield
01.2009 - 09.2009
- Completed my Labor and Delivery RN training at HSHS St Johns, a level 3 perinatal and NICU center before transferring back to HSHS St Francis L&D.
- Proficient in Labor and Delivery processes and monitoring as well as newborn care
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Conducted assessments to identify complications or changes in patient status.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
- Provided education and support to patients and families throughout the birthing process.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Administered medications and interventions as prescribed during labor stages.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures in the unit.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Conducted postpartum evaluations to ensure health and well-being of mother and baby.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Delivered compassionate patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Nurse Technician
HSHS St Francis Hospital
Litchfield
03.2005 - 12.2008
- During 2007-2008, I assisted in a Labor and Delivery setting at another HSHS ministry while in nursing school.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying and reporting significant changes to nursing staff.
- Performed vital sign measurements including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure and respiration.
- Supported medical emergencies and code situations by providing timely assistance and ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted nurses with patient care activities, facilitating bathing, dressing, and feeding to enhance patient comfort and dignity.
- Assisted with patient mobility and daily living activities.
- Answered call lights promptly to respond to patient needs in a timely manner.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors Univeristy
Salt Lake City, UT04-2020
Associate of Applied Science -
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL12-2008
Skills
- Patient management
- Clinical expertise
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient safety monitoring
- Patient safety monitoring monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic charting
- EPIC charting
- Medical records management
- Case review
- Staff training
- Department management
- Resource allocation
- Team coordination
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Performance enhancement
- Patient data entry
- Performance enhancement
- Patient data entry
Certification
- RNC- Inpatient OB
Accomplishments
- Recent completion of department survey for Advanced Certification In Perinatal Care from the Joint Commission
- Awarded by Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative for excellence in quality improvement projects
Timeline
Nurse Manager, L&D
HSHS St Francis
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
HSHS St. Francis Hospital
09.2009 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
HSHS St Johns Hospital
01.2009 - 09.2009
Nurse Technician
HSHS St Francis Hospital
03.2005 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors Univeristy
Associate of Applied Science -
Lincoln Land Community College