Sheri Reed
Orange Park,United States
Summary
Registered nurse management with proven experience to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Dolphin Pointe Health Care
10.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning by promoting professional development opportunities for nursing staff, including in-house training programs, conferences, workshops, and online resources.
- Contributed to organizational strategic planning efforts by providing insights on nursing best practices, workforce development issues, and healthcare trends affecting service delivery models.
- Evaluated emerging technologies in healthcare, recommending appropriate innovations for adoption within the department to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Moosehaven
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
- Created and managed continuous improvement classes and training programs targeted to new employees.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Community Hospice And Palliative Care
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
Registered Nurse Unit Manager
Lifecare Centers Of Orange Park
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Agency for Healthcare Administration
AHCA
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Upheld strict security procedures to maintain data confidentiality.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Licensed Practical Nurse Unit Manager
Lifecare Centers Of Orange Park
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired well-qualified nursing staff.
- Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
Education
Associates of Science And Nursing - Registered Nurse
Fortis College
Orange Park, FL05.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
South Eastern College
Jacksonville, FL03.2015
Skills
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Profitability strategies
- Accreditation coordination
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Care
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Staff Management
- Staff Education
- Infection Control
- Quality Management
- Quality Improvement
Certification
- Certified Infection Control Preventionist CDC Certified
US Army Veteran
US Army Veteran 1999-2006 with Honorable discharge- Combat Medic
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Dolphin Pointe Health Care
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Moosehaven
07.2023 - 09.2023
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Community Hospice And Palliative Care
09.2021 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse Unit Manager
Lifecare Centers Of Orange Park
05.2019 - 09.2021
Agency for Healthcare Administration
AHCA
07.2018 - 05.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse Unit Manager
Lifecare Centers Of Orange Park
05.2016 - 06.2018
Associates of Science And Nursing - Registered Nurse
Fortis College
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
South Eastern College
- Certified Infection Control Preventionist CDC Certified