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Overview
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Shannon Wheeler

Simpsonville

Summary

transitioned medical unit to an intermediate pulmonary unit.

focus on

new and established tracheostomies/larynjectomies

chronic ventilators

High Flow O2

Cpap therapies

Bipap Therapies

Bronchial Valve management

Cardiac monitoring

availability to complete cardizem and amarodorome therapy

Covid Management

respiratory isolation (Flu/TB)

General Medicine diagnosis


Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Manager 5C Pulmonary at Greenville Memorial

Prisma Health Upstate
10.2000 - 03.2024
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.

RN Acute Care Medicine

Prisma Health Upstate
11.1985 - 10.2000
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05.2008

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lander University
Greenwood, SC
12.2004

Associate of Science - Nursing

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC
1985

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Liberty SC
06.1981

Skills

  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Quality Improvement
  • Budget Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Infection Control
  • Quality Assurance
  • Unit Oversight
  • Decision-Making
  • Staff Coaching and Mentoring

Timeline

Nurse Manager 5C Pulmonary at Greenville Memorial

Prisma Health Upstate
10.2000 - 03.2024

RN Acute Care Medicine

Prisma Health Upstate
11.1985 - 10.2000

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lander University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Greenville Technical College

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Shannon Wheeler