Debra Sheaffer
Northport,FLORIDA
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Sevita Healthcare (NeuroRestorative)
01.2020 - Current
- I work as a home health nurse for Neurorestorative. I visit clients in home as well as in ALF and TLFs owned by Neuro.
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality and outcomes.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and operational procedures effectively.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted routine assessments, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
LPN Floor Nurse
Groves Center
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Charge Nurse
Charge Nurse LPN
Maria Joseph Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and protocols.
Charge Nurse LPN
Masonic Villages of Elizabethtown
01.2016 - 07.2017
- I enjoy working with people who are helpful and willing to work as a team. I enjoy my job as a nurse knowing I have helped someone everyday I work.
LPN Charge Nurse
Cornwall Manor
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Coordinated patient care and medication administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care plans and regulatory standards.
- Conducted assessments and developed individualized care plans based on patient needs.
LPN Charge Nurse
Conestoga View Nursing Home
10.2012 - 01.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Cedar Haven Nursing Home
04.2008 - 10.2013
- Implemented quality assurance initiatives to improve patient safety and care efficiency.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Resolved conflicts among staff, promoting a positive work environment and teamwork.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
Education
LPN -
Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School
Associate of Science - Nursing
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FLSkills
- Licensed practical nurse
- Staff Nurse
- Patient medication management
- Patient tube feeding management
- Proficient in administering injections
- Skilled in electronic medical records management
- Patient vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
Certification
- IV Certification November 2013 to Present
- CPR November 2020 to November 2022
- LPN June 2021 to July 2023 State of Florida
Nursing Licenses
PN 5239501 Florida until July 31,2027
333869-31 Wisconsin until April 30,2027
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality. Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Timeline
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Sevita Healthcare (NeuroRestorative)
01.2020 - Current
LPN Floor Nurse
Groves Center
08.2019 - 01.2020
Charge Nurse LPN
Maria Joseph Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2018 - 05.2019
Charge Nurse LPN
Masonic Villages of Elizabethtown
01.2016 - 07.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Cornwall Manor
12.2014 - 01.2016
LPN Charge Nurse
Conestoga View Nursing Home
10.2012 - 01.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Cedar Haven Nursing Home
04.2008 - 10.2013
LPN -
Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School
Associate of Science - Nursing
State College of Florida
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