Sheri Honeycutt
Cleveland,AR
Summary
Patient-focused Assistant Director of Nursing offering 15-year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
10.2021 - Current
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
Director of Nursing
RiverChase Rehabilitation And Care Center
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
Registered Nurse
Conway Human Development Center
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Treatment Nurse
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate wound care treatments.
- Reduced infection rates through diligent monitoring and proper treatment of patients'' wounds.
- Enhanced patients'' comfort levels by addressing individual needs and preferences during treatments.
- Streamlined documentation processes for better care coordination among the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and their families on wound care management, promoting a faster healing process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices for wound care and treatment protocols.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to evaluate progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging wound care techniques, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, personalized nursing care during treatments.
CNA Instructor
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Enhanced CNA trainees'' skills by implementing hands-on learning experiences and interactive simulations.
- Improved pass rates for certification exams by providing comprehensive instruction and targeted feedback.
- Developed customized lesson plans to meet the diverse needs of students with varying levels of experience and knowledge.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive and effective training program.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies to optimize learning outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and standards, incorporating relevant information into course materials.
- Increased student satisfaction by fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that catered to individual needs and goals.
- Conducted regular evaluations of course content, identifying areas for improvement and updating materials accordingly.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Atkins Nursing And Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Trinity Home Health River Valley
03.2017 - 10.2018
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
RiverChase Rehabilitation And Care Center
12.2006 - 03.2017
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
Certified Nursing Assistant
RiverChase Rehabilitation And Care Center
10.2002 - 12.2006
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Morrilton, AR12.2019
Skills
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Staff Evaluation
- Patient Education
- Case Management
- Long-Term Care
- Professional Development
- Clinical System Monitoring
- Shift Scheduling
- Nursing Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Time Management
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Building
- Effective Communication
- Decision Making
- Empathy and Compassion
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem Solving
- Performance Evaluation
- Staff Supervision
- Active Listening
- Delegation Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Nurse Education and Training
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- HIPAA Regulations
- Documentation and Reporting
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
10.2021 - Current
Director of Nursing
RiverChase Rehabilitation And Care Center
05.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Conway Human Development Center
02.2021 - 05.2021
Treatment Nurse
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
07.2019 - 02.2021
CNA Instructor
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
07.2019 - 02.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Atkins Nursing And Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 07.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Trinity Home Health River Valley
03.2017 - 10.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
RiverChase Rehabilitation And Care Center
12.2006 - 03.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
RiverChase Rehabilitation And Care Center
10.2002 - 12.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
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