Allison Schultz
Shelocta
Summary
Registered Nurse specializing in long-term care with expertise in infection control and wound management. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective care strategies. Committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety in clinical settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Preventionist
Quality Life Services - Apollo
Apollo
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted infection control assessments to identify potential risks and improve safety.
- Developed educational materials for staff on infection prevention practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement effective infection prevention strategies.
- Monitored compliance with infection control standards during routine inspections and audits.
- Analyzed infection data to identify trends and recommend preventive measures.
- Responded to suspected or confirmed cases of communicable diseases within the facility setting.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
Wound Care Nurse
Quality Life Services - Apollo
Apollo
06.2024 - Current
- Assessed and documented patient wound conditions regularly.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Monitored healing progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Treated complex wounds including pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop appropriate treatment plans for wounds according to medical protocols.
- Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
- Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds, and monitor healing.
- Conducted pressure ulcer risk assessments and implemented preventive measures.
Registered Nurse
Quality Staffing Solutions
Apollo
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Administered medications according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Assisted in wound care and performed necessary dressing changes for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Medication Technician
Quality Life Services - Apollo
Apollo
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Administered medications following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation for compliance.
- Prepared medication carts and organized supplies for efficient access.
- Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition or behavior associated with medications.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
- Monitored vital signs before administering medications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quality Life Services - Apollo
Apollo
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident rooms and common areas.
- Supported residents in social activities to promote engagement and well-being.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Delivered compassionate support to residents during difficult times.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA12-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Westmoreland County Community College
Indiana, PA05-2022
High School Diploma -
Apollo Ridge
Spring Church, PA06-2018
Skills
- Infection control
- Educational material development
- Data analysis
- Compliance monitoring
- Strategic collaboration
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Detail orientation
- Healthcare-associated infections
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Outbreak management
- Isolation precautions
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal skills
- Wound assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Negative pressure therapy
- Wound photography
- Wound prevention
Timeline
Infection Preventionist
Quality Life Services - Apollo
06.2024 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
Quality Life Services - Apollo
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Quality Staffing Solutions
09.2022 - 06.2024
Medication Technician
Quality Life Services - Apollo
05.2021 - 07.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quality Life Services - Apollo
05.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Science - Nursing
Westmoreland County Community College
High School Diploma -
Apollo Ridge