Sheri Simpson
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ochsner Health Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective communication. Adept at mentoring staff and improving team productivity, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Health Center
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Ochsner Health Center
Shreveport, LA
06.2021 - Current
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
Supervisor-Telemetry
Ochsner Health Center
Shreveport, LA
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
Registered Nurse-PACU/Day Surgery
University Health
Shreveport, LA
03.2015 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LABachelor’s - Nursing
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- EMR / EHR
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Ochsner Health Center
06.2021 - Current
Supervisor-Telemetry
Ochsner Health Center
12.2019 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse-PACU/Day Surgery
University Health
03.2015 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Health Center
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Southern University At Shreveport
Bachelor’s - Nursing
Liberty University