Sheherah Boykin
Oregon,OH
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise in developing and implementing individualized care plans to meet the unique needs of each patient. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Resolute and adaptable with an initiative-taking attitude and the ability to learn quickly.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Lead Nurse/Staff Nurse: Intermediate Care Unit
The University of Toledo Medical Center
Toledo, OH
07.2015 - Current
- Assumed responsibility for overseeing day-to-day activities within the unit such as shift assignments and workload distribution.
- Assessment and treatment of various disease processes, variety of wounds, ostomies, pressure injuries, and diabetic/vascular ulcers
- Multidisciplinary collaboration to provide comprehensive care based on patient needs
- Performed routine skin assessments to identify potential problems or complications with wounds.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as negative pressure therapy systems, pulsed lavage devices, for optimal wound healing outcomes.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate and current, including medical history, assessments, treatments, detailed wound assessments, preventative measures, and outcomes
- Educate patients and families on disease processes, prevention of infection, and wound care maintenance.
- Participate in Skin Care Team activities and Prevalence Studies to promote a decrease in incidents of pressure injuries
Care Manager
The Zepf Center
Toledo, OH
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Home Health Case Manager
ProMedica Home Care
Toledo, OH
11.2010 - 04.2013
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine needs of patients being admitted to service.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to devise individualized care plan
- Performed clinical assessments of patients' physical status including vital signs, pain levels and medication management.
- Performed wound assessment and treatment, including wound irrigation, dressings, and wound vac placement to complex wounds as prescribed by physician
- Educate patients and their caregivers on wound management and infection prevention
- Assisted with referrals for additional services when necessary such as durable medical equipment or skilled nursing services.
- Ensured all observations made during home visits as well as any changes in condition or treatment plans were documented.
Staff Nurse: Neuroscience/Trauma Unit
The Toledo Hospital
Toledo, OH
09.2001 - 11.2010
- Collaborated with patient and interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments, treatments, wound care and medication administration.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered and appropriate for patients
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Detailed documentation of several types of wounds, interventions, and patient responses
- Providing education to patient and family regarding management of disease processes, wound care, and infection prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH05.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
The University of Toledo
Toledo, OH05.2002
Skills
- Comprehensive assessments
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Wound and ostomy care familiarity
- Compassionate and Caring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Accurate Documentation
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
Certification
Ohio Registered Nurse License December 2002-present
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) September 2023-present
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification September 2023-present
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certification April 2023-present
Timeline
Lead Nurse/Staff Nurse: Intermediate Care Unit
The University of Toledo Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
Care Manager
The Zepf Center
04.2014 - 04.2015
Home Health Case Manager
ProMedica Home Care
11.2010 - 04.2013
Staff Nurse: Neuroscience/Trauma Unit
The Toledo Hospital
09.2001 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Toledo
Associate of Science - Nursing
The University of Toledo
Ohio Registered Nurse License December 2002-present
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) September 2023-present
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification September 2023-present
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certification April 2023-present
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