Shalandrea McCain
Dinwiddie
Summary
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 23 years of experience within the healthcare industry. Successfully oversee human resources, supply management and patient services. Develop and lead productive and efficient office staff. Contribute to high-volume medical practices by providing exceptional customer service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Colonial Heights Health & Rehab
831 East Ellerslie Avenue Colonial Heights, VA
10.2023 - Current
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Managed nursing schedules, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
Staff Development Coordinator
Colonial Heights Health & Rehab
831 East Ellerslie Avenue Colonial Heights, VA
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Enhanced employee skillsets by developing and implementing comprehensive staff development programs.
- Improved team performance with focused training sessions tailored to individual roles and responsibilities.
- Increased employee retention rates through targeted professional development opportunities and support.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, providing new hires with the necessary tools for success in their roles.
RN Charge Nurse
Central State Hospital
26317 West Washington Street Petersburg, VA
02.2023 - 05.2023
- 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.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
RN Wound Care Nurse
Forest Hill Health And Rehab
4403 Forest Hill Avenue Richmond, VA
01.2023 - 02.2023
- 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.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed complex cases of critical wounds, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively while doing rounds with wound care physicians.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient's unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI University
2809 Emory Wood Parkway Richmond, VA08.2022
Train The Trainer 32 Hour Medication Aide
Virginia Adult Continuing Education
Richmond, VA01.2017
Skills
- Accreditation Coordination
- Budget Management
- Staff Evaluation
- Shift Scheduling
- Professional Development
- Long-Term Care
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Clinical System Monitoring
- Behavioral Health
- Case Management
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Patient Education
- Quality Control
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
- Infection Control
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem Solving
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Thinking
Other Relevant Information
Mentoring
- I have actively advised numerous LPNs and CNAs on furthering their education and attaining their personal career goals, weather inside or outside of the healthcare industry
Public Speaking
- I regularly conduct staff meetings and new hire orientation conferences. I enjoy any opportunity to share thoughts and ideas in an open forum and have experience in speaking to groups as large as 100 people.
Spiritual/Religious
- I am currently the youth director at my church and have been an ordained deacon since October, 2022 My favorite scriptures are Jeremiah 29:11 and 2 Corinthians 5:7
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Colonial Heights Health & Rehab
10.2023 - Current
Staff Development Coordinator
Colonial Heights Health & Rehab
05.2023 - 10.2023
RN Charge Nurse
Central State Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2023
RN Wound Care Nurse
Forest Hill Health And Rehab
01.2023 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Train The Trainer 32 Hour Medication Aide
Virginia Adult Continuing Education