Joann Mary Schierberl

Rn

St Francis Hospital and Medical Center

07.1984 - 11.2022

Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.