Ruhi Sharma
Cumming,GA
Summary
Registered Nurse with 2+ years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital and SNF settings. Experience spans across behavioral, med-surgical, subacute Rehab and Long term care environments. Considerate Expert with passion for providing excellent patient care. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to identify and implement patient-centered strategies to improve care quality and outcomes. Dedicated to promoting patient education and advocating for evidence-based practice. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/Charge, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northside Hospital Forsyth
08.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in significant decrease in patient falls within unit.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Clinical Nursing Supervisor
Cumming Health And Rehab
04.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained efficient scheduling processes, resulting in optimal staffing levels for consistent patient care.
- Enhanced staff communication and collaboration through regular team meetings and training sessions.
- Promoted culture of safety within department by enforcing compliance with established protocols and policies.
- Conducted performance evaluations of nursing staff, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for professional growth.
- Successfully managed high-stress situations with calmness and effective decision-making abilities, ensuring uninterrupted patient care during emergencies.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough handoff reports and clear communication among team members.
- Established positive relationships with patients and families through empathetic listening, open dialogue, and personalized attention to address concerns or questions about care plans.
- Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and guidelines
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cumming Health And Rehab
08.2009 - 07.2021
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within team dynamic.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA05.2021
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Lanier Technical College
Cumming, GA06.2009
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting
CCS University
India07.2003
Skills
- Time Management
- Ethical Practice
- Nursing Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Cultural Competence
- Infection Control
- Patient Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration
- Compassionate Care
- Decision Making
- Organizational Skills
- Patient Education
- Effective Communication
- Delegation Skills
- Nurse Leadership
- Care Planning
- Compliance Monitoring
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Supervisor
Cumming Health And Rehab
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse/Charge, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northside Hospital Forsyth
08.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cumming Health And Rehab
08.2009 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gwinnett Technical College
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Lanier Technical College
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting
CCS University
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