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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Meghann Sherrod

Metter,GA

Summary

Experienced healthcare leader with a proven track record of managing nursing teams and ensuring quality patient care. Skilled in clinical supervision, staff training, and conflict resolution, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and achieving outcomes. Adaptable and reliable professional driven to enhance healthcare delivery through effective team management and patient-focused strategies. Seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner opportunity to leverage expertise and continue making a positive impact in the field.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Eagle Health and Rehabilitation Center

Assistant Director of Nursing
06.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
  • Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
  • Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
  • Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
  • Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
  • Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
  • Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
  • Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
  • Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall service delivery within the facility.
  • Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.
  • Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.

Orchard Health and Rehabilitation Center

RN Nurse Manager
07.2024 - 06.2025

Job overview

  • Medication Administration
  • Pre/post lab collection counseling
  • Lab collection as ordered
  • Assessment and treatment of offenders per protocol and/or physician order
  • Wound care as ordered
  • Communication with physician as needed
  • Maintain adequate record of sharps and secure items per protocol/policy

Jenkins Correctional Center

Registered Nurse
03.2023 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • Medication Administration
  • Pre/post lab collection counseling
  • Lab collection as ordered
  • Assessment and treatment of offenders per protocol and/or physician order
  • Wound care as ordered
  • Communication with physician as needed
  • Maintain adequate record of sharps and secure items per protocol/policy

Fresenius Kidney -Vidalia, Ga

Nurse Supervisor/Home Dialysis Nurse
06.2018 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Peritoneal Dialysis training
  • Home Hemodialysis training
  • Comprehensive Patient Assessment
  • AVF/AVG cannulation
  • Catheter assessment and care
  • Care plan management
  • Medication management and review

Pruitt Health- Swainsboro, GA

Charge Nurse
10.2014 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living
  • Medication administration
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow along with many other nursing skills.
  • Provided Wound care as ordered
  • MDS coordination for six months

Eagle Health and Rehabilitation Center

LPN Charge Nurse/ Wound Care Coordinator
07.2012 - 02.2014

Job overview

  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care nurse for 6 months
  • Worked along with a respiratory therapist on a ventilator unit caring for ventilator and tracheostomy patients.
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow along with many other nursing skills.

Education

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, Ga

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12-2024

South University
Savannah, Ga

Master of Science from Nursing
12-2024

Skills

  • Wound cleaning/care expertise
  • Medication administration
  • Long-term and rehabilitative care
  • Skilled in conducting physical assessments
  • IV drug therapy management
  • G-tube feedings
  • Psych and mental health care proficiency
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Care plan management
  • Patient assessment/ fluid assessment
  • AVF/AVG cannulation
  • Catheter assessment and care
  • Clinical leadership/management
  • Patient safety
  • Family support
  • Quality improvement
  • Nursing staff supervision
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Ethical practice
  • Schedule management
  • Staff development
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Continuing education
  • Chronic disease management
  • Meeting oversight
  • Patient care management
  • Staff assignments
  • Collain charting system

Certification

  • Registered Professional Nurse
  • CPR certified

Timeline

Assistant Director of Nursing

Eagle Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - Current

RN Nurse Manager

Orchard Health and Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - 06.2025

Registered Nurse

Jenkins Correctional Center
03.2023 - 03.2025

Nurse Supervisor/Home Dialysis Nurse

Fresenius Kidney -Vidalia, Ga
06.2018 - 03.2023

Charge Nurse

Pruitt Health- Swainsboro, GA
10.2014 - 05.2018

LPN Charge Nurse/ Wound Care Coordinator

Eagle Health and Rehabilitation Center
07.2012 - 02.2014

Georgia Southern University

Bachelor of Science from Nursing

South University

Master of Science from Nursing

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