- Spending time with and developing my two boys
- Competing in Synchronized figure skating
- Enjoying outdoor activities & hiking
- Travelling and experiencing the world
Shalane Sharples
Calgary
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with solid background in emergency care and patient management. Consistently provides critical care in high-pressure environments, ensuring patient stability and positive outcomes. Demonstrates proficiency in rapid assessment and collaborative problem-solving.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alberta Health Services
07.2020 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Saskatchewan Health Region
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Assessed incoming trauma victims quickly in collaboration with other healthcare providers for immediate life-saving measures.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, and medical needs in the fast-paced emergency department setting.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saskatchewan Health Region
11.2016 - 01.2019
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for optimal care.
- Improved patient outcomes by collaborating with healthcare teams.
- Monitored vital signs to detect and address changes in patient conditions.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Sask Health Authority
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Maintained and cared for airway management on chronically ill patients
- Dedicated charged nurse role to multiple LPN's and HCA's, in charge of overseeing all patient care, delegating tasks and rolls, and managing on-site scheduling.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saskatchewan
05-2016
Skills
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Trauma nursing
- Emergency diagnostics
- Cardiac monitors
- Critical thinking
- EKG interpretation
- Patient assessments
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring vital signs
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alberta Health Services
07.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Saskatchewan Health Region
01.2019 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saskatchewan Health Region
11.2016 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Sask Health Authority
06.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saskatchewan