Kathy Shumaker
Mebane
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and medication administration. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes, with broad experience in long term care, patient education, and team leadership. Specialized skills include acute patient care, health assessments, and medical documentation. Notable strengths: superior communication abilities, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within healthcare teams. Past work highlights include implementing quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient and patient’s family satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
RN
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
McLeansville
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions during treatment sessions.
- Assisted in developing and implementing patient care plans with healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results for patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging medical situations.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their health.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
RN
The Forest at Duke Retirement Community
Durham
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced medical environment.
- Assisted in administering medications and monitoring patient vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
RN REHABILITATION
Cedars at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Assisted in patient assessments and documented findings accurately in records.
- Supported new staff by sharing knowledge of protocols and best practices.
- Engaged with patients to provide emotional support during recovery processes.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
RN hospice
Authoracare
Burlington
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Administered medications following established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Implemented infection control procedures to ensure a safe healthcare environment.
- Participated in training new nursing staff on hospital policies and procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
RN Supervisor
Twin Lakes Retirement Community
Burlington
12.2012 - 04.2023
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care standards and protocols.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.
- Managed staff schedules and assignments to maintain optimal coverage and efficiency.
- Evaluated patient conditions and provided guidance on necessary interventions or treatments.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of nursing staff to promote professional development.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers for effective care coordination.
- Resolved conflicts among nursing staff in a timely manner while promoting positive working relationships.
- Provided clinical leadership and direction for nursing staff, ensuring that all tasks were completed in accordance with accepted standards of care.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians or other healthcare providers regarding changes in medication orders or treatments.
- Actively listened to concerns from both patients and staff members regarding issues related to patient care.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to advances in nursing practice.
- Advocated for patient rights during difficult situations such as end-of-life decisions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff on a regular basis.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment, ordering additional items as needed.
- Investigated incidents involving patients or staff members, documenting findings as necessary.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings between physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, dietitians, and pharmacists to discuss treatment plans for individual patients.
- Reviewed and completed admission and discharge assessments.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Education
License - ADN
Alamance Community College
Graham, NC 08.1987 - 06.1989
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Emotional support
- Performance evaluation
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Compassion and empathy
- Geriatric care
- Basic life support
- Physical assessments
- Palliative care awareness
- Patient discharge
- IV and venipuncture
Timeline
RN
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
02.2025 - 06.2025
RN
The Forest at Duke Retirement Community
01.2025 - 02.2025
RN REHABILITATION
Cedars at Chapel Hill
03.2024 - 12.2024
RN hospice
Authoracare
06.2023 - 02.2024
RN Supervisor
Twin Lakes Retirement Community
12.2012 - 04.2023
License - ADN
Alamance Community College
08.1987 - 06.1989