Shaila Ellis

|shaila_ellis@bsmcon.edu

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior BSN student with over 5 years of healthcare experience, graduating in December, 2019 and seeking a
new grad position in the acute care setting.

EDUCATION
BS, Nursing - Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing – Richmond, VA. December 2019

AS, Applied Science– Richard Bland College – Petersburg, VA. May 2016

Highlights
Treatment Plans – Crisis Intervention – Analytical Skills – CPR & First Aid Certified –Regulatory
Compliance – Medical Terminology– Medicare/Medicaid Experience Data Entry – Resourceful –
HealthCare– Outstanding Organizational, Tactical and Communication Skills –
Privacy / HIPAA Regulations – Microsoft Office – Group Therapy Training
Outstanding Communication Skills: Strong communicator with interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability
to work well with all levels of the organization.
Highly Organized: Successfully coordinates programs and completes/organizes all documentation to achieve
objectives, effectively working within deadlines, independently and with team members.
Flexible & Adaptable: Accustomed to juggling multiple clients, treatment plans and crises, embracing new learning
and methods and always willing to learn new skills quickly.
Resourceful Problem Solver: Proven track record in analyzing problems and formulating solutions.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center - Mechanicsville, VA August 2019- Current
Clinical Immersion, Critical Care Unit
 Provides care for up to 2 ICU patients under the direction and supervision of an RN
 Demonstrate skills such as wound care, blood draws from central lines and arterial lines, tube
feedings, tracheotomy care, monitor ventilated, surgical heart, and Ecmo patients, and daily patient
care (i.e., baths, mouthcare, Foley care.)
 Administer medications through peg tubes and nasogastric tubes, titrate and monitor drips, such as
propofol, insulin, Cardizem, precedex, Neo, etc.
 Completes head to toe assessments and implement accurate documentation into Connect Care.
 By the end of this clinical experience, I will have completed 220 hours of clinical training in the CCU.

Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital - Richmond, VA June 2019- August 2019
Nurse Extern in the Emergency Department
 Received patients from the EMS personnel and completed assessments, started IV’s, blood draws,
performed straight catheters, performed EKG’s, and assessed vital signs under the supervision of an
RN.
 Assisted fellow team members in emergency situations by assisting in codes, performing CPR, and
assisting doctors with applying splints.
 Triaged patients through focused care and implemented accurate documentation in Connect Care.
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Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center - Mechanicsville, VA May 2018- Present
Patient Care Technician on Surgical Telemetry (General Surgery)
 Displayed strong clinical skills in assessing vital signs, performing glucose checks, and providing pre-
and post-operative care
 Complied with polices and ensured patient confidentiality by accurately inputting and maintaining
patient records and updating healthcare team on patients’ status
 Assisted RNs with drawing labs appropriately and sending them to the lab
 Performed EKG testing on patients for the cardiologist, recorded input and output per protocol, took
out IVs as directed by the RN.
 Ensured complete documentation in Connect Care, collaborated effectively with the team, maintained
good patient relations and consistently delivered empathetic care.
 Assisted patients with their ADLs to ensure nursing care has met the patient’s comfort, personal
hygiene, and safety needs.

Independent Family Services - Petersburg, VA June 2015- Present

Mental Health Skills-Building
 Worked daily with other staff in assessing and evaluating a patient's mental state.
 Analyzed patient behaviors (Autism Spectrum Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder) and
conducted sessions that focused on improving client’s attitude and overall well-being academically
and socially
 Communicated with a professional treatment team and family members/guardians regarding client’s
progress
 Maintained 4+ client files that were encrypted with sensitive data about each client’s behaviors
 Ensured that during case reviews, documentation remained consistent with federal and state laws,
regulations, policies, and procedures.
 Built relationships with patients to gain their trust and encouraged patient responsibility in a social and
recreational environment.
 Responded to and processed complex inquiries and communications received from patients and other
agencies in regards to missing/incorrect payments, improper mode of transportation or no show of
transportation

Brighter Living Assisted Living Facility- Hopewell, VA

Certified Nursing Aide/Registered Medication Aide June 2014- June 2017

 Displayed strong clinical skills in assessing vital signs, performing glucose checks, and providing pre-
and post-operative care
 Complied with polices and ensured patient confidentiality by accurately inputting and maintaining
patient records and updating healthcare team on patients’ status
 Interacted with staff in effort to improve and enrich client’s environments that suffered from physical
and mental disabilities
 Developed and implemented 15+ diverse plans for individuals to achieve greater independence, their
daily goals, and community integration

City of Petersburg- Parks & Leisure Services -Petersburg, VA June 2013- August 2014
Events Coordinator/ Recreational Specialist II
Trained over 30 employees in multiple areas as it related to the position as well as monitored and evaluated
their weekly progress. Led the planning, organizing and supervision of recreational activities, services,
facilities, special events, initiatives and programs for over 60 adolescents.
 Developed, designed and promoted over 20 special events for the community
 Managed advertising and marketing strategies for over 30 special events
 Displayed a professional team-oriented attitude at all times
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 Developed strategic interpersonal and business relationships with customer base.

 Effectively maintained over 10 financial and injury reports weekly assuring highest levels of accuracy
 Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with the parent population.
 Administered onsite United States Department of Agriculture Summer Program.

MEMBERSHIPS

Chartering Member of the Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity (APO), Treasurer February 2018-present
- Dedicates two hours a week to this service organization, including a monthly volunteer commitment.
- Manage and oversee the financial affairs of the Fraternity.

Phi Theta Kappa Society (PTK) 2015-present

- Honor society at Richard Bland College
- Dedicates multiple volunteer service hours to the surrounding community of Petersburg.