Shannon Fenimore

Owner and Lead Consultant of MedLinx Legal Nurse Consulting, established in 2019.

Demonstrated skill in administering intravenous infusions and injections for a variety of medical conditions.

Clinical Educator and lead preceptor- Hospital EHR Software Data Analytics Implementation

Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness according to established guidelines. Developed and implemented clinical protocols for patient care and management. Provided comprehensive education to physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel regarding best practices in clinical care.

Educated staff on new technologies or procedures related to the provision of safe quality care. Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies for improving patient outcomes through education initiatives. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of nursing education by attending workshops and conferences. Developed competency assessments for evaluating nurse performance across a variety of settings including hospital units, outpatient clinics, long term care facilities. Assessed the learning needs of nurses by observing their practice, assessing knowledge gaps, and administering pre- and post-test evaluations. Reviewed medical records to identify trends in nurse performance that could be addressed through targeted educational interventions. Developed and implemented clinical training programs for new nursing staff to ensure successful onboarding and patient safety. Designed simulations using high fidelity mannequins to provide realistic experiences for student nurses prior to working with real patients. Conducted individual and group educational sessions on evidence-based best practices in nursing care, protocols, and healthcare regulations.

Vascular Access and Code Team Interventional Radiology, Cat Scan, MRI and Interventional Ultrasound Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings. Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss difficult cases or develop new protocols. Served as a mentor and preceptor to newly hired nurses by providing guidance on professional development opportunities. Identified opportunities for improvement within the unit's processes and systems. Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders. Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies. Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately. Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote evidence-based practice standards within the organization. Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols. Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department. Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately. Assumed leadership role when supervising staff nurses or students in clinical rotations. Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations. Compared patient response with observable outcomes to evaluate effectiveness of care. Prepared patients for examinations, operations, and treatments and assisted during procedures. Managed individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patient health through nursing process. Assessed patient needs through physical assessments, interviews and observation techniques. Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families. Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols. Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures. Used computers to complete necessary documentation on patient progress. Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies. Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.

Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution. Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs. Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings. Identified potential risk factors associated with acute changes in a patient's condition and took necessary corrective actions. Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process. Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote evidence-based practice standards within the organization. Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for critically ill patients. Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed. Administered blood products safely according to established guidelines while monitoring vital signs closely. Assessed patient needs through physical assessments, interviews and observation techniques. Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions. Developed expertise in critical care nursing while providing bedside care to ICU patients. Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies. Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.