Marissa Shere
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (Charge)
Kempsville Center For Behavioral Health
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Charge Nurse RN
Western Tidewater Regional Jail
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments using Epic, CorEMR, and PointClickCare
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients
- Contributed to committees in effort to promote standardize practices and procedures across hospital-wide nursing stations.
Charge Nurse RN
Autumn Care of Norfolk
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments using Epic, CorEMR, and PointClickCare
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients
- Contributed to committees in effort to promote standardize practices and procedures across hospital-wide nursing stations.
MDS Coordinator
Clearview Homes
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities
- Followed up on outstanding clinical items within established timelines for optimal care delivery
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process
- Initiated and edited care plans
- Attended care plan meetings.
LPN-RN Charge Nurse
Clearview Nursing Home
01.2022 - 11.2022
LPN
C.A.R.E.
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
LPN Office Nurse
Greater Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
CNA
Legacy Assisted Living
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Mental Health Technician
Unity Point St. Luke's
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Educated patients on coping strategies and self-help techniques to better manage their mental health symptoms.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southwestern Community College
Creston, IA06.2022
High School Diploma -
East Union Community Schools
Afton, IA05.2017
Skills
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Operational Standards
- Alcohol Rubs
- Procedure Explanation
- Intramuscular Injections
- Recording Vital Signs
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Patient Engagement
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Catheter Monitoring
- Patient Rights
- Patient Medical Histories
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Patient Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Charge)
Kempsville Center For Behavioral Health
12.2023 - 03.2024
Charge Nurse RN
Western Tidewater Regional Jail
05.2023 - 08.2023
Charge Nurse RN
Autumn Care of Norfolk
01.2023 - 05.2023
MDS Coordinator
Clearview Homes
07.2022 - 11.2022
LPN-RN Charge Nurse
Clearview Nursing Home
01.2022 - 11.2022
LPN Office Nurse
Greater Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
LPN
C.A.R.E.
03.2020 - 03.2022
CNA
Legacy Assisted Living
01.2018 - 01.2019
Mental Health Technician
Unity Point St. Luke's
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southwestern Community College
High School Diploma -
East Union Community Schools
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