Sharon Withycombe
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dynamic LPN with a proven track record at Sugar Grove Assisted Living, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in wound care and crisis intervention, consistently delivering high-quality nursing services while fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
Highly experienced [Job Title] known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
WalMart
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted customers in selecting products to meet their needs.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained product displays to enhance visual appeal and accessibility.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations.
Lpn
Sugar Grove Assisted Living
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed to ensure resident health and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Provided daily personal care services, enhancing residents' comfort and dignity in assisted living environment.
- Assisted with mobility and rehabilitation exercises to promote physical independence among residents.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Educated residents and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment protocols.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient areas, contributing to a safe living environment for all residents.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.o
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Lpn Home Health Nurse
Alliance Home Health Care
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of care plans for patients.
- Provided education and support to patients and families regarding health management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Developed patient care plans to address individual needs, promoting faster recovery.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families facing health challenges.
- Assessed patient conditions and reported changes to healthcare providers for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medications, and preventative care measures.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient recovery.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Served as a reliable resource for families seeking guidance on navigating complex healthcare systems and advocating for their loved ones'' needs.
LPN Charge Nurse
Forum At The Crossing
06.1995 - 01.2018
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care plans and safety protocols.
- Coordinated patient care activities with interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to streamline nursing processes and increase efficiency.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.b
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.
- Managed medication administration protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Conducted regular staff trainings to ensure competence in clinical skills, improving overall quality of care on the unit.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Enhanced staff morale by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing outstanding performance, and addressing concerns effectively.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to [Number] to [Number] patients per day in [Number]-bed unit.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning strategies and providing thorough patient education.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Education
Certificate of License Practical Nursing - License Practical Nurse
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05-1993
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School
34th Street And High School Rd.01-1971
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Listening skills
- Multi-tasking strength
- Problem-solving
- Excellent people skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Relationship building
- Meeting deadlines
- Professional demeanor
- Task prioritization
- Sales pipeline management
Timeline
Sales Associate
WalMart
10.2023 - 11.2023
Lpn
Sugar Grove Assisted Living
05.2022 - 09.2022
Lpn Home Health Nurse
Alliance Home Health Care
06.2018 - 01.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Forum At The Crossing
06.1995 - 01.2018
Certificate of License Practical Nursing - License Practical Nurse
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School