Sharman Woods
Cordova,AL
Summary
Results-driven nursing leader with extensive experience in staff supervision and direct patient care. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans and fostering teamwork to ensure high-quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, Alabama
10.2024 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care to enhance patient recovery and well-being.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and refine individualized treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records to support continuity of care and compliance.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Arabella of Birmingham
Bessemer, AL
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Assessed clinical staff competency to enhance quality, continuity, and safety in patient care.
- Assisted in developing nursing policies and procedures for quality care.
- Monitored compliance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and accreditation standards to uphold quality care.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate nursing coverage.
- Provided leadership support during crises to ensure effective response and maintain patient safety.
Unit Manager
North Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation
Birmingham, Alabama
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to uphold quality patient care standards, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, contributing to safe and effective treatment outcomes.
- Conducted routine assessments to monitor vital signs and health status.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
Unit Manager
Civic Center Health and Rehab
Birmingham , AL
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements in healthcare practices.
- Guided, coached, and mentored staff to enhance their professional development.
Case Manager
Expect Care Hospice
Pelham, AL
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with clients and families to identify and prioritize care needs and preferences.
- Coordinated support services, enhancing communication between healthcare workers and patients for better care delivery.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate and ensure safety of living environments for clients.
Case Manager
Comfort Care Hospice
Gardendale, AL
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Facilitated communication among clients, families, caregivers, social services, and agencies to ensure comprehensive support for client needs.
- Coordinated client assessments to identify service needs and establish eligibility for appropriate care resources.
- Collaborated with clients and families to pinpoint specific care needs and preferences, enhancing personalized service planning.
Case Manager
Kindred Hospice
Homewood, AL
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Facilitated communication among clients, families, caregivers, and agencies to address client needs effectively.
- Developed individualized care plans aligning client goals with available resources.
- Collaborated with clients and families to create tailored care plans that reflect individual needs.
Case Manager
Southern Care Hospice
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans, ensuring alignment with client needs and enhancing overall service quality.
- Delivered case management services, facilitating intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and monitoring for families.
- Evaluated staff and volunteer performance, fostering quality and effectiveness of resources utilized.
Registered Nurse
Oak Trace Rehab
Bessemer, AL
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care to enhance patient recovery and well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and refine patient care plans, ensuring comprehensive and individualized care.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to align patient care strategies and improve outcomes.
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent's OrthoSports Surgery Center
Birmingham, AL
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Facilitated pre-operative assessments and educated patients on surgical procedures to enhance understanding and readiness.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the surgeon according to established protocols.
- Ensured accurate surgical records in compliance with hospital policies, supporting patient safety and regulatory standards.
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood and submitted to lab for pre-operative testing.
- Engaged in training sessions on new technologies and techniques to improve surgical practices and patient care.
Registered Nurse
Southeast Urgent Care
Fultondale, AL
10.2012 - 12.2013
- Monitored vital signs and administered injections to support patient care during medical procedures.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and accurately interpreted results to aid in treatment decisions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-treatment care.
Registered Nurse
Legacy Health and Rehab
Pleasant Grove, Alabama
09.2011 - 10.2012
- Assessed clinical situations quickly and accurately to ensure timely patient care.
- Performed diagnostic tests and accurately interpreted results to support effective treatment decisions.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems for reliable clinical documentation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
Sumiton, AL05-2011
Skills
- Effective communication
- Staff supervision
- Nursing leadership
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Quality assurance
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Effective multitasking
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Nurse education and training
- Case management
- Clinical operations management
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Arabella of Birmingham
08.2024 - 10.2024
Unit Manager
North Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2024 - 08.2024
Unit Manager
Civic Center Health and Rehab
11.2022 - 05.2024
Case Manager
Expect Care Hospice
11.2021 - 09.2022
Case Manager
Comfort Care Hospice
11.2019 - 11.2021
Case Manager
Kindred Hospice
06.2018 - 11.2019
Case Manager
Southern Care Hospice
08.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse
Oak Trace Rehab
04.2017 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent's OrthoSports Surgery Center
01.2014 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
Southeast Urgent Care
10.2012 - 12.2013
Registered Nurse
Legacy Health and Rehab
09.2011 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College