Sharon Schneible
Greenwich ,NY
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with the ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the nursing field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Mental Health Unit
Saratoga Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Monitor and support the well-being of adult patients on a 16 bed inpatient psychiatric unit
- Administer medication to patients presenting with serious risk of danger to themselves and others. Monitor for side effects.
- Assess patients in active withdrawal and provide interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms
- Facilitate therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conduct ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Quickly respond to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Saratoga Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Monitor hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- IV insertion and management.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provide inpatient care to a diverse population of adult medical and surgical, palliative care and hospice patients.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Provide pain management to patients implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Professional Organizer
Organized by Sharon, Owner
01.2008 - Current
- Helped individuals gain control over their space, reduce stress, and increase productivity by creating comprehensive organizational systems
- Determined job requirements, scope of work, and estimated hours to meet the client's needs and schedule
- Conducted presentations on organizational topics
- Wrote advertising copy for newspapers, online and print advertisements, and blog posts.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients.
- Helped clients to maintain independence and quality of life.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Registered Nurse Psychiatric Hospital
Four Winds Hospital
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Monitored and supported the well-being of patients on an inpatient adolescent psychiatric unit.
- Administered medication to patients and monitored for side effects.
- Lead therapeutic groups.
- Provided emotional support to patients.
- Informed parent/guardian of patient's well-being upon parent request.
Registered Nurse- Progressive Care Unit
Samaritan Hospital
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Maintain airways and oxygenation status for respiratory failure patients using high-flow oxygen, CPAP, and BiPAP
- Closely monitor acute conditions such as Afib, RVR, Sepsis, COPD, CHF exacerbations, hypo- and hypertensive crises, STEMI and NSTEMI, DKA and hypoglycemia, and CVA's
- Monitored individuals according to protocols for postoperative cardiac patients using techniques such as cardioversion, EGD, bronchoscopy, and cardiac catheterization with PCI.
- Assessed and coordinated patient discharge planning needs with multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Private Home Health Aide
Philip Halboth
01.2009 - 03.2011
- Coordinated care among physicians, therapists, and support team
- Assisted patient with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
Education
Bachelors of Nursing - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY2027
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
Troy, NY12.2019
Associates in Science- Pre-requite For Nursing
SUNY Adirondack College
Queensbury, NY05.2018
Psychology
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY2014
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient education and counseling
- Family and patient support
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Counseling
- Emotional awareness
Awards
Daisy Award Nominee- 2022
Affiliations
- American Nurses Foundation
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Mental Health Unit
Saratoga Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Saratoga Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse Psychiatric Hospital
Four Winds Hospital
12.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse- Progressive Care Unit
Samaritan Hospital
03.2020 - 10.2020
Private Home Health Aide
Philip Halboth
01.2009 - 03.2011
Professional Organizer
Organized by Sharon, Owner
01.2008 - Current
Bachelors of Nursing - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
Associates in Science- Pre-requite For Nursing
SUNY Adirondack College
Psychology
SUNY Empire State College
Similar Profiles
Lance MeesonLance Meeson
ED Technician at Saratoga HospitalED Technician at Saratoga Hospital
Emma BrophyEmma Brophy
Patient Care Assistant at Saratoga HospitalPatient Care Assistant at Saratoga Hospital
Madeline MooreMadeline Moore
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Saratoga HospitalRegistered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Saratoga Hospital
Ngan LamNgan Lam
Radiology Intern at Saratoga HospitalRadiology Intern at Saratoga Hospital
Brian BeckBrian Beck
HVAC-R Service Technician at Eastern Heating & CoolingHVAC-R Service Technician at Eastern Heating & Cooling