Keri Sherman
Ellisville,MS
Summary
Experienced PACU RN with over a decade in patient assessment, anesthesia monitoring, and postoperative care. Proficient in clinical documentation and patient education, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
RN, PACU
Forrest General Hospital
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
06.2012 - Current
- Provided pre-and postoperative care to patients in the PACU.
- Monitored patient for adverse reactions to anesthesia during recovery period.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on recovery protocols and discharge instructions to promote understanding and adherence.
- Trained new staff on PACU procedures, policies, and best practices to enhance quality of patient care.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to hospital policy.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used to treat patients' conditions.
RN Floor Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Performed wound care, inserted and removed catheters, administered intravenous therapy, and provided medication administration per physician orders.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Delivered comprehensive direct patient care across various medical-surgical settings.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions accurately in electronic records.
- Ensured continuity of care through clear and thorough communication of patient information during shift change reports.
- Instructed patients and families on effective health management strategies and recovery processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05-2011
Associate of Science - Pharmacy
Jones College
Ellisville, MS05-2008
High School Diploma -
Wayne Academy
Waynesboro, MS05-2006
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Postoperative care
- Wound management
- Intravenous therapy
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Clinical documentation
- Reporting and documentation
- Electronic health records
- EMR / EHR
- Flow sheet charting
- Chart updating
- ACLS and PALS certification
- Effective communication
Certification
BLS
Timeline
RN, PACU
Forrest General Hospital
06.2012 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
06.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Associate of Science - Pharmacy
Jones College
High School Diploma -
Wayne Academy