Sheila Jordan
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
At Northport Medical Center, I excelled in delivering comprehensive patient care, significantly improving treatment adherence through effective education and communication. My expertise in medication administration and crisis intervention, coupled with a strong ability to foster empathy and collaborative care, has consistently enhanced patient recovery outcomes.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northport Medical Center
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Northport Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
01.2007 - 05.2019
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to patient diagnoses and treatment goals.
- Utilized cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques to facilitate patient progress.
- Conducted comprehensive patient evaluations to determine mental health status and needs.
- Monitored patient medication adherence and side effects to inform treatment adjustments.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Psychiatry
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL08.1993
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- De-escalation techniques
- Safety planning
- Self-care promotion
- Individual counseling
- Client education
- Empathy development
- Discharge planning
- Group therapy facilitation
- Family education
- Treatment Planning
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Protocol compliance
- Nursing care
- Care plan adjustment
- Cultural history
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northport Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
01.2007 - 05.2019
Associate Degree In Nursing - Psychiatry
Shelton State Community College
Registered Nurse
Northport Medical Center
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