Jennifer Sheafor

• Provided pre-op, intra-op and post-op care for patients undergoing surgical procedures of the lower extremity
• Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards. Cleaning and sanitizing the operating room post procedure following AORN operating room guidelines
• Sterilize all operating and clinic instruments using a steam Midmark M9 Autoclave per AORN guidelines
• Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences
• Cleaning, testing and maintaining autoclave per AORN guidelines
• Performing weekly biological spore testing
• Provided effective care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort and education regarding procedure
• Monitored patients' vital signs before, during and after the procedure
• Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab pickup box for testing.
• Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
• Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication and hand washing audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

• Point person for Department of Health inspections.
• Updated and created new policies and procedures per AORN guidelines.
• Started and implemented new performance improvement projects annually
• Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews for staff.
• Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
• Conducting staff meetings to review performance data and implementation of new policies

Podiatry Clinic

Registered Nurse responsibilities:

• Rooming Patients and removing their socks and shoes.
• Assisting patients in transferring from assistive devices to exam chair.
• Setting up room with equipment needed for the type of visit scheduled.
• Cleaning and sterilizing instruments used after each patient
• Cleaning room in between patients

Office Manager Duties

• Hiring and evaluating staff members.
• Using conflict resolution with patients and their concerns.
• Ordering all supplies needed for the Clinic.
• Checking insurance coverage and explaining benefits to patients and their families.
• Conveying treatment options, diagnosis information and home care to patients and caregivers for continuation of care
• Calling and relaying x-ray or other diagnostic information the physician has given for the patient
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures in the clinic
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

• Implemented identified treatment plans for patients to maintain stable conditions and achieve reasonable improvements.
• Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with dignity.
• Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in EPIC electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
• Inserted and managed peripheral IV's, nasogastric feeding tubes and foley catheters
• Maintained access ports, central lines, PICC lines, G/J tubes, foley catheters, and ostomy bags
• Worked with physicians to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
• Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
• Recovered post cardiac surgical patients
• Managed patients with intra-aortic balloon pump

I was promoted to Charge Nurse within the CVICU department. This was a rotating, shared responsibility among other Charge Nurses.

Position: 1-2 days a week, Day Shift

• Collaborated with the Hospital Coordinators to place patients appropriately to our unit
• When bed availability was tight I would often take a patient as well as maintain my duties as charge nurse
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
• Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service

I worked in a CVICU recovering post cardiac surgical patients. I also was promoted to Charge nurse which was a rotating shared responsibility. I trained new employees and also volunteered to have nursing students shadow me.

Position: Full time day shift

• Recovered patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
• Contributed to high-quality healthcare as key member of cardiac nursing team caring for up to 1-2 patients daily.
• Performed conscious sedation for bedside procedures such as Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, and Cardioversion
• Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.

I worked in a combination CVICU and Med-Surgical ICU.

Position: Full time day shift

• Implemented identified treatment plans for patients to maintain stable conditions and achieve reasonable improvements
• Inserted and managed peripheral IV's, nasogastric feeding tubes and foley catheters
• Maintained access ports, central lines, PICC lines, G/J tubes, foley catheters, and ostomy bags
• Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric intensive care patients
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments
• Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients

I worked on 5S the heart and lung transplant unit.

Position: Full time rotating night/day shift

• Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions
• Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing
• Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
• Supported needs of medically complex patients

I started as an Emergency technician and after I graduated from nursing school I was able to transition to full time Registered Nurse responsibilities.

Position: Full time night shift

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
• A team member working on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, cardiac emergencies, and thoracic trauma
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
• Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments
• Supported individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions