Sharon Stephula RN MSN MBA

• Supervise key responsibilities over Skilled nursing facilities
• Attendance, on-time ready to work
• Follow through with reporting and recording events
• Teach new nursing students, teach new current nurses
• Teach families how to prepare for independence when they return home
• Supervise quality of care to residents, continuous education for both care giver and resident
• Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
• Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
• Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
• Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
• Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
• Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
• Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
• Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines.
• Administered vaccinations and conducted health screenings for early detection of illnesses or diseases among patients.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
• Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
• Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.

• Admissions for Skilled Nursing Facility
• Assisted other personnel as needed, especially through Covid
• Reported and recorded any changes in baseline re: residents
• Attended meetings for Retentions for Nurses
• Decreased Re-Admissions to Hospitals

• Supervised Skilled Nursing care
• Reported and Recorded changes in baseline
• Teach and orient new nurses
• Assist in being a team member especially through Covid
• Monitored for Quality Control, QUAPI
• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.

• Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
• Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
• Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.

• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
• Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
• Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.

• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
• Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
• Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
• Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
• Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
• Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
• Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
• Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
• Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
• Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
• Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
• Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
• Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
• Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
• Served as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Evaluated work performance of [Number] nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.

Owned my own company and sold it 2017 to New York Home Health Care Agency

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.