Sheila Henderson
Spencer,OK
Summary
Experienced LPN with a proven track record in patient assessments and care coordination. Known for developing tailored nutrition plans and educating clients, contributing to improved health outcomes and adherence to treatment protocols.
Proficient and caring nursing offering over 25 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN WIC Supervisor / LPN Staff Nurse
Community Health Centers of Oklahoma
06.2006 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient referrals and follow-up appointments for continuity of care.
- Developed individualized nutrition plans for WIC participants to improve health outcomes.
- Educated clients on nutritional guidelines and healthy eating practices through tailored workshops.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for program participants.
- Conducted nutritional assessments and monitored progress of clients to track health improvements.
- Streamlined client intake process, enhancing efficiency and reducing wait times for services.
- Led training sessions for new staff on WIC protocols and best practices in nutrition counseling.
- Analyzed participant data to identify trends, informing program adjustments and resource allocation.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration with colleagues.
- Evaluated client needs using anthropometric measures, biochemical data, clinical assessments, dietary intake analysis, and medical history reviews for appropriate intervention planning.
- Served as a trusted resource for referral services when needed to help clients access additional supports such as mental health counselors or social workers.
- Obtained and assessed health history information, dietary intake and blood work data from WIC participants to determine nutritional and medical risks for program enrollment.
- Performed breastfeeding assessment and provided participant-centered counseling to help mother initiate breastfeeding, establish milk supply and exclusively breastfeed and continue breastfeeding.
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to client concerns, empathizing with their struggles, and offering practical solutions.
- Conducted monthly audits of client files to verify accuracy in documentation and adherence to program policies, contributing to a more organized operation overall.
- Led group classes focused on prenatal nutrition care practices that contributed to healthier pregnancies among participants.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
Sidney Collier Vocational School
New Orleans, LA06-1995
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Prenatal care management
- Prenatal care
- Cardiac care
- Home care coordination
- Prenatal and postnatal care
- Infection control
- Phlebotomy
- Quality assurance
- Care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Resource utilization
- Employee evaluation
- Team supervision
- Breastfeeding support
- Prenatal nutrition
- Supplement recommendations
- Diabetes education
- Client counseling
- Pediatric nutrition
- Nutritional assessment
- Infant feeding
- Postpartum nutrition
- Geriatric nutrition
- Nutrition screening
- Nutritional evaluation
Timeline
LPN WIC Supervisor / LPN Staff Nurse
Community Health Centers of Oklahoma
06.2006 - Current
LPN - Practical Nursing
Sidney Collier Vocational School