Berkley Shields
Aiken
Summary
Prior to becoming a Nurse I earned a Business Degree and assisted my former wife in setting up her practice in Hendersonville NC. My first Nursing Position upon graduation was on 4 West at (formerly) MCG. I worked there 2, years, and then was employed at King Faisal Specialty Hospital, Riyadh Saudi Arabia. While currently employed at AUMC I have established a thriving rental business for the past 17 years purchasing and self managing 13 properties in Aiken, North Augusta, and Lexington SC.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Augusta University Medical Center
12.2003 - Current
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical College of Georgia
Augusta, Georgia06.1998
Skills
Permanent Charge Nurse on 3 West Neuro ICU Involved in all phases of patient care including Neuro/physical assessement Staff scheduling, problem solving for new nurses, patients, and family members Admission, Discharges, and served on Skin Champion Wound Team for 10 years Preceptor for new Nurses and Nursing Students
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - BLS, ACLS.
Property management, landscaping. Motorcycle travel.
I enjoy managing all phases of rental property ownership. Painting, plumbing, landscaping, etc.. My tenants include Bridgestone, Kimberly Clark, Savannah River Site, and Dominion Energy. (Furnished and unfurnished rental homes) In my spare time I ride my motorcycle on frequent trips towards the SC coast and NC mountains.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Augusta University Medical Center
12.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical College of Georgia
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