Rhonda Shepherd
Haskell,OK
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at the Department of Corrections, excelling in health promotion and community health. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment while advocating for patient care and implementing effective treatment strategies. Proven ability to enhance patient education and compliance, fostering improved health outcomes through collaborative interdisciplinary efforts.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN III
Department of Corrections
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Educated inmates on health management, disease prevention, and wellness strategies.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies, providing critical care as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive inmate healthcare.
- Acted as liaison between facility and local Health Department to ensure timely treatment for communicable infections.
- Utilized chart review to ensure treatment plan completion and accuracy of charting regarding medication compliance.
Charge Nurse
Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital
02.2012 - 02.2015
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Developed teaching program for patient education and coordinated multidisciplinary instruction for patients.
- Performed chart review to ensure accuracy of charting for critical incidents.
RN Care Coordinator
St. John Health System
12.2003 - 02.2012
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- 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.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
RN
Saint Francis Healthcare System
01.2003 - 12.2003
- Administered patient care plans based on individual needs and medical history.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Diploma - Medical Billing And Coding
Community Care College
Tulsa, OK05-2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK12-2002
Skills
- Health promotion
- Community health
- Strong clinical judgment
- Chart review
Timeline
RN III
Department of Corrections
02.2023 - 03.2025
Charge Nurse
Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital
02.2012 - 02.2015
RN Care Coordinator
St. John Health System
12.2003 - 02.2012
RN
Saint Francis Healthcare System
01.2003 - 12.2003
Diploma - Medical Billing And Coding
Community Care College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tulsa Community College
Military Experience
United States Navy, Active Duty March 1993 to March 1997
United States Naval Reserve July 1997 to July 2004