Summary
Work History
Education
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RegisteredNurse

Sharon Crews

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Adept at leveraging expertise in medication and IV administration alongside a compassionate approach, I significantly enhanced patient outcomes at Roxborough Memorial Hospital. My proactive strategies in infection control and patient education, coupled with a knack for developing comprehensive care plans, resulted in a notable decrease in patient falls, showcasing my commitment to high-quality care and safety.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Roxborough Memorial Hospital
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Hampton University
Hampton, VA
12.1988

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Care planning
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Licensed RN
  • Taking vitals
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Family education
  • Collecting vitals
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Precepting
  • Patient discharge
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Performing ekgs
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Intake and discharge
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Chart updating
  • Relationship building
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Chronic disease management
  • ADL assistance
  • Personal care needs
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Chest pain management
  • Emotional awareness
  • HIPAA education
  • Health screening
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Mobility assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • At-risk patient care

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Roxborough Memorial Hospital

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Hampton University
Sharon Crews