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Shoka Davidson
Mooresville
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Novant Healthcare, specializing in patient advocacy and pain management. Demonstrates critical thinking and professionalism to enhance patient care, resulting in significant achievements and improved outcomes. Expertise in health education and multitasking ensures consistent prioritization of patient needs, delivering optimal care and support across diverse healthcare settings. Committed to fostering a compassionate environment that empowers patients and promotes overall well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Nurse
Novant Healthcare
01.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and managed pain relief protocols for terminally ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
- Educated families on disease processes and end-of-life care options.
- Conducted thorough assessments to monitor patient conditions and adjust care strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine hospice care eligibility and needs.
- Managed admission processes efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.
- Streamlined documentation procedures to enhance accuracy and reduce processing time for patient admissions.
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical judgement when evaluating appropriateness for hospice services based on Medicare guidelines and individual patient needs.
- Streamlined communication with interdisciplinary team members for seamless care coordination during hospice admissions.
Contract Travel RN
Pinnacle Travel Staffing
03.2022 - 07.2025
- Developed individualized patient care plans based on assessment of physical, psychosocial, cultural, and educational needs.
- Assessed patients' conditions by reviewing medical histories, conducting examinations, ordering laboratory tests, and prescribing medications.
- Advised patients on dietary issues related to their condition or illness.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions through chart reviews and surveys.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
- Participated in continuous education to stay current with nursing practices and healthcare innovations.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
RN Staff Nurse
Hospice and Palliative Care Charlotte Region
09.2018 - 07.2022
- Perform the initial and ongoing assessment of the patient.
- Responsible for the education of the patients and families on the Hospice Plan of Care.
- Make routine supervisory visits with other team members.
- Works with the interdisciplinary group to provide physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
- Maintain accurate and updated medical records.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention and management of chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local healthcare regulations.
- Counseled families on coping strategies when dealing with serious illness or death.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers, and physicians.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
RN Supervisor
A Preferred Women's Health
09.2018 - 03.2022
- Assisted with onboarding of new nurses by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
- Maintained current knowledge of healthcare regulations and best practices in order to promote compliance within the organization.
- Enforced organization policies and exercised non-biased judgment while leading nursing staff in fiscally sound patient care, recordkeeping and professional communication.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
RN Case Manager
Community Home Care and Hospice
11.2010 - 07.2018
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress in the electronic health record.
- Identified high-risk cases requiring intensive monitoring or specialized interventions.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds discussing complex cases with members of the healthcare team.
- Attended continuing education seminars relevant to case management practices.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
RN Staff Nurse
Atrium Health-Hospice
11.2015 - 03.2018
- Conducted daily visits to assess the needs of hospice patients in their homes or nursing facilities.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders according to established policies and procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound judgments in order to provide quality end-of-life care for each patient.
- Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in pain management, wound care and medication dosing.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers, and physicians.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
RN Shift Supervisor
Gordon Hospice House
03.2010 - 08.2010
- Supervise unlicensed personnel to ensure proper care of the patient.
- Perform the initial and ongoing assessment of the patient
- To manage care and distribute medications to patients.
- Regularly re-evaluated patients' and families' needs.
- Maintain accurate and updated medical records
- Responsible for the education of the patients and families on the Hospice Plan of Care
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
RN Floor Nurse
Brian Center
09.2009 - 03.2010
- To manage and maintain a floor with a count of 38 residents.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
Education
Associate - Nursing Licenses
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC01.2009
Skills
- Pain Management
- Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Nursing Process
- Clinical Documentation
- Intake and discharge
- Palliative Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Health Education
- Time management abilities
Accomplishments
- Recognition by management on leadership qualities, professionalism, and team building.
Affiliations
I enjoy reading, gardening, and developing integrating ways to improve self.
Certification
- RN
- BLS Certification
Interests
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Nurse
Novant Healthcare
01.2025 - Current
Contract Travel RN
Pinnacle Travel Staffing
03.2022 - 07.2025
RN Supervisor
A Preferred Women's Health
09.2018 - 03.2022
RN Staff Nurse
Hospice and Palliative Care Charlotte Region
09.2018 - 07.2022
RN Staff Nurse
Atrium Health-Hospice
11.2015 - 03.2018
RN Case Manager
Community Home Care and Hospice
11.2010 - 07.2018
RN Shift Supervisor
Gordon Hospice House
03.2010 - 08.2010
RN Floor Nurse
Brian Center
09.2009 - 03.2010
Associate - Nursing Licenses
Mitchell Community College