Sheryl Lucas

Encouraged collaboration and critical thinking to reinforce learned concepts and skills in a real-world context using an integrative, student-centered teaching strategy. Fantastic working relationship and mutual respect with Amery Hospital Leaders and Staff during 8 years of clinical rotations.

• Lead Instructor - Basic and Advanced Skills WTCS curriculum revision work and summit updates. Prior Learning Assessment workgroup. Implementation of simulation-style skill assessments.
• RN Success Coach – Supervised peer-led open lab skill sessions. Created theory, skills, and simulation-based activity tools for shared faculty use. Improved student pass rate by 15% in tutored courses over 4 campuses.
• College Liaison –Served on committees focused on enhancing the overall quality and exposure of nursing education programs at the institution, including community and stakeholder outreach.
• Nursing Club Advisor - Consistently a top-performing student group on all Northwood Tech Campuses. Student-led support of campus and community events.
• ACEN standard 3 chair - 2023 recertification. New Health Ed Center Guideline project lead.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

• Delivered lecture content to undergraduate BSN students in Dimensions of Professional Nursing NSG 3361 and in RN to BS Introduction to Portfolio NSG 459.
• Adapted teaching approaches based on individual student needs, resulting in improved comprehension of complex nursing concepts.
• Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to grow and improve their skills consistently.
• Fostered an inclusive learning atmosphere that supported diverse perspectives and promoted cultural competence among nursing students.

• Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when developing a comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; monitoring the progress; and the modification of the plan of care as needed resulting in timely interventions and improved outcomes for high-risk patients.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions with triage of patients to determine the severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Streamlined communication and coordination of care among healthcare professionals by effectively utilizing electronic health records systems to ensure patient access to tests and procedures. Prevention focus.
• Increased overall departmental performance through active participation in quality improvement initiatives targeting cardiovascular care delivery systems such as electronic scales, telephonic pacemaker, blood glucose and INR evaluation, and current education tools.
• Established a therapeutic relationship with the patient and caregivers to determine SMART patient goals and expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, available resources and plan for continuity of care.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction and improved Press-Ganey scores through timely compassionate communication, advocacy, and comprehensive education on disease management.

• Bedside Nurse - Managed high level of quality care to diverse populations from patient admission and assessment to discharge planning and education. Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary. Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals, and identifying insurance coverage limitations. Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Charge Nurse - Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, CNA's, technicians, and unit clerks. Boosted team efficiency by mentoring new nurses, sharing best practices, and participating in unit-based committees contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Preceptor - Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care. Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Emergency Room, Monitored Bed Unit - Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions. Ensured timely interventions for critical patients, utilizing strong clinical judgment and knowledge of evidence-based practices.
• Quality Assurance Task Force- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery. Reduced bi-annual hospital readmissions by 12% through effective discharge planning, individualized patient and caregiver education and implementation of the care coordinator position.

• Educated the public on proper first aid techniques and emergency response protocols at various community events, contributing to increased safety awareness within the community.
• Provided quality pre-hospital care through adherence to established protocols and guidelines for various medical emergencies.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Maintained ambulance equipment, ensuring all supplies were stocked and readily available for use during emergencies.

• Wisconsin-based IRIS self-directed personal care nurse for a frail elderly diabetic, ESHF, and dialysis client.
• Conducted a comprehensive assessment of the client's unique needs upon the initial visit to develop personalized care plans accordingly and secure the equipment and services to meet the client's needs.
• Assisted client with living independently through medication administration, scheduling and coordinating transportation for medical appointment, ADL's, housekeeping tasks, meal preparation, and companionship.
• Diabetic foot and nail care.