Shehroz Lakhani
The Colony,TX
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Manager and Clinical Instructor specializing in wound care, providing expert guidance to teams on evidence-based practices and patient-centered care. Proven success in developing educational programs and protocols that enhance staff performance, ensure compliance, and improve overall patient satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager / Supervisor – Wound Care Services
Lifecare Hospital of North Texas
Carrollton, Texas
04.2013 - Current
- Led and supervised wound care team, ensuring delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care across inpatient units.
- Oversee the assessment, treatment, and management of complex wounds, ostomies, diabetic foot ulcers, and vascular ulcers.
- Develop and implement protocols to reduce pressure injuries and hospital-acquired wounds.
- Train and mentor nursing staff on wound care best practices and product utilization.
- Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, case managers, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Monitored quality metrics, conducted audits, and led performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient care standards.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
Clinical Instructor – Wound Care (Regional)
Lifecare Hospital of North Texas
Carrollton, Texas
04.2013 - Current
- Provided clinical instruction and hands-on training to nursing students and staff, enhancing wound care competencies.
- Developed and delivered educational sessions on wound assessment, treatment modalities, and evidence-based care, improving knowledge retention and application.
- Evaluate student and staff performance, offering constructive feedback to enhance clinical competency.
- Facilitate skill development in wound dressing techniques, ostomy care, and infection prevention.
- Collaborate with academic and clinical teams to align curriculum with current best practices.
- Led new-hire orientation programs, equipping onboarding nurses with essential wound care standards and protocols for effective practice.
Wound, Ostomy Care Specialist Nurse
Lifecare Hospital of North Texas
Carrollton, Texas
04.2013 - Current
- Consulted on wound and ostomy care for acute and chronic cases, enhancing patient outcomes through tailored interventions.
- Applied expertise in Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) systems to improve wound healing processes across various patient demographics.
- Perform advanced wound assessments and implement individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and caregivers on wound management and ostomy care techniques.
- Facilitated product selection and implemented cost-effective treatment strategies to optimize resource utilization.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and discharge planning.
Medical-Surgical / Special Care Unit Nurse
Aga Khan University Hospital
Karachi, Pakistan
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Provided critical support in special care units, effectively managing complex cases to enhance patient care.
- Managed high-acuity patient loads in fast-paced clinical environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medications, monitored patient progress, and coordinated care plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation and adhered to patient safety protocols, contributing to a culture of safety and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aga Khan University
Karachi, PakistanSkills
- Wound care and management
- Ostomy and diabetic foot care
- Venous and arterial ulcer care
- Negative pressure wound therapy
- Wound care technologies
- Infection control
- Quality improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- EMR documentation
- Clinical data analysis
- Clinical leadership
- Staff mentorship
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Policy development
- Patient education
Affiliations
Member, Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN)
Accomplishments
- Reduced hospital-acquired pressure injuries through the implementation of improved protocols.
- Successfully trained and onboarded more than 25 nursing staff in wound care best practices.
- Led quality initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes.
- Recipient of the Employee of the Year Award (2022).
- Recognized with multiple Employee of the Quarter awards.
- Received outstanding patient and family feedback through positive reviews.
- Honored for excellence in service, communication, and patient advocacy.
Credentials
- BSN
- CWCN
- WCC
- CSWD-C
References
Available upon request.
Certifications And Licensure
- Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN)
- Wound Care Certified (WCC)
- Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement Certified (CSWD-C)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Volunteer And Community Involvement
- Regional Lead – Ismaili Tariqa and Religious Education Board, Dallas, Texas, 02/01/26, 02/01/27, Served as Regional Lead, overseeing 11 domains within the Central Jamatkhana., Provided strategic guidance and ensured the quality delivery of religious education programs., Developed standardized teaching protocols and learning frameworks across multiple centers., Promoted consistency and excellence in curriculum delivery and student engagement.
- Community Representative – Dallas Headquarters Jamatkhana, Carrollton, Texas, 07/01/24, 02/01/26, Served as a lead representative for a specific domain within the Ismaili Muslim community, supporting religious services and community gatherings., Provided spiritual guidance and leadership within the congregation.
- Volunteer and Team Member – Aga Khan Health Board, 03/01/13, Present, Participate in community health initiatives and outreach programs., Support health education and wellness promotion within the community., Conduct health and wellness clinics and provide vaccinations to the general public.
Languages
English
Professional
Urdu
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Timeline
Nurse Manager / Supervisor – Wound Care Services
Lifecare Hospital of North Texas
04.2013 - Current
Clinical Instructor – Wound Care (Regional)
Lifecare Hospital of North Texas
04.2013 - Current
Wound, Ostomy Care Specialist Nurse
Lifecare Hospital of North Texas
04.2013 - Current
Medical-Surgical / Special Care Unit Nurse
Aga Khan University Hospital
06.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aga Khan University