Sharon Meir
West Branch,MI
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Tolfree Memorial Hospital, excelling in clinical judgment and compassionate care. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and satisfaction, leveraging skills in critical thinking and patient education. Actively contributed to team development and emergency care protocols, embodying ethical practice and dedication to patient advocacy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
My Michigan Medical Center
05.1994 - Current
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for seamless healthcare delivery.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients and families to improve understanding of health conditions and treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and providing compassionate care.
- Managed patient records to maintain accurate and up-to-date information.
- Conducted health assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize care.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare teams for effective care coordination.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reduced patient anxiety by explaining procedures and answering questions.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Tolfree Memorial Hospital
07.1996 - 02.2017
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine care priorities, improving treatment outcomes.
- Ensured patient safety and reduced incidents of infection with strict adherence to hygiene protocols.
- Reduced patient wait times with efficient triage processes.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient transitions from emergency care to specialized departments.
- Improved departmental response times by participating in development of new emergency protocols.
Education
Associate of Science -
Kirtland Community College
Roscommon, MI04-1994
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- IV insertion
- Ethical practice
- Discharge planning
- Basic life support
- Patient education
- Health education
- Compassionate care
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Records maintenance
- Assessment techniques
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Critical thinking
- Procedure assistance
- Care coordination
- Documentation
- CPR/AED
- Patient and family advocacy
received the nightingale award 2001
a very prestigous and honorable award given to one nurse per year nominated by peers.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Tolfree Memorial Hospital
07.1996 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse, PACU
My Michigan Medical Center
05.1994 - Current
Associate of Science -
Kirtland Community College
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