Shonna Gurkin
Tabor City
Summary
Dynamic Health Science Teacher with extensive experience at Columbus County Schools. I am skilled in BLS, First Aid, and Prevent Blindness Training. I excel in critical thinking and effective communication. I have experience with various age groups and easily get along with students, parents, and staff members. I am driven, dependable, and like to get the job done. I can work independently or with my peers.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Science Teacher
Columbus County Schools
10.2012 - Current
Worked with and assisted Nursing Fundamentals students to obtain their Certified Nurse Aide Certification in North Carolina.
Instructed students utilizing approved state curriculum through NC DPI for various Health Science areas of study. Ex. Foundations of Health Science, Health Science I, Health Science II, Foundations of Pharmacology, Pharmacy Technician, Nursing Fundamentals and Practicum.
Assisted Students in Health Science I and Health Science II gain certification in several areas. Ex. NC Prevent Blindness, First Aid Certification, BLS Certification, OSHA 10 Hour Healthcare Certification
Arranged partnerships with medical facilities to meet the required clinical hours for students.
OR Staff/Staff and Nurse Educator
Loris Healthcare System/McLeod Loris Hospital
05.2003 - 10.2012
Conducted new employee orientation.
Conducted new nurse training and orientation.
Responsible for maintaining and conducting annual required training for all employees.
Instructed ACLS, PALS, and BLS classes monthly for employees.
Responsible for all students shadowing or completing clinical hours in McLeod Loris and McLeod Seacoast Hospitals.
Responsible for all training for employees regarding new equipment, policies, and procedures throughout hospital facilities.
Public Health Nurse III
Columbus County Health Department
05.1998 - 05.2003
Conducted Physical Examinations in Adult Health and Teen Clinics.
Communicable Disease Nurse for Columbus County. Reported Diseases to State Health Department and conducted disease investigations and education.
Provided screening, treatment, and education to teens and adults regarding sexually transmitted infections.
Administered Immunizations to all age groups.
TB Control Nurse for Columbus County.
Diabetes Educator
Education
Teaching Certification - Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05-2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
Whiteville, NC05-1996
High School Diploma -
Tabor City High School
Tabor City, NC06-1992
Skills
- BLS and First Aid Instructor through American Heart Association
- NC Prevent Blindness Certification
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Excellent Communication skills and relationships with students, parents, and staff members
- Critical Thinking
- Able to respond to situations in a calm and timely manner
- Able to easily recognize the difference between an emergent and non-emergent situation
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Comfortable with challenges
- Works well as a team member, but easily functions independently without constant guidance
Accomplishments
SIT Team Member
CTE Department Chair
HOSA Advisor
SKillsUSA Advisor
SCC Advisory Committee
SCHS Teacher of the Year 2018
SCHS First Responder Team
SCHS Diabetes Care Manager
Stop the Bleed Instructor
BLS and First Aid Instructor
Timeline
Health Science Teacher
Columbus County Schools
10.2012 - Current
OR Staff/Staff and Nurse Educator
Loris Healthcare System/McLeod Loris Hospital
05.2003 - 10.2012
Public Health Nurse III
Columbus County Health Department
05.1998 - 05.2003
Teaching Certification - Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
High School Diploma -
Tabor City High School
Similar Profiles
Danielle DanoisDanielle Danois
Teacher's Assistant at Columbus County SchoolsTeacher's Assistant at Columbus County Schools
Roxanna BryantRoxanna Bryant
Middle School ELA Teacher at Columbus County SchoolsMiddle School ELA Teacher at Columbus County Schools
Roxanna BryantRoxanna Bryant
Substitute Teacher at Columbus County SchoolsSubstitute Teacher at Columbus County Schools