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Sherley Delva

Sherley Delva

Williamstown,NJ

Summary

Proficient at delivering exceptional patient care, demonstrated through a progressive career from an EMT at New York Hospital Of Queens to an LPN on a step-down trauma/Med-Surg unit at Mount Sinai Hospital. Excelled in clinical experience, documentation, infection control, and contributing to the enhancement of patient outcomes. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Mount Sinai- South Nassau Community Hospital
04.2020 - Current
  • Step-down trauma LPN
  • Experienced in Med-Surg
  • Orthopedic/Neurosurgery pre & post op care
  • Experienced in Chiari Malformation patient care
  • Administer medications; including controlled narcotics,

inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.

  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Assist RN with patient care and treatment
  • Vital sign assessments
  • Execution of care plans
  • Documentation in EMR system.
  • Assist with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.

LPN Nursing Supervisor

Castle Senior Living
06.2017 - 04.2020
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Supervised med-techs medication administration
  • Administered medications to residents
  • Assisted facility medical doctor and nurse practitioner with patient care, treatment, and documentation.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

New York Hospital Of Queens
05.2009 - 06.2014
  • Pre-hospital emergency care/Basic life support
  • Collaboration and teamwork with other healthcare members such as paramedics, first responders, and police.
  • Maintained level-headedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Evaluation and determination of patient care needs using patient assessment skills including vital signs.
  • Basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Jersey College
Teterboro, NJ
08.2024

Practical Nursing Diploma

Vocational Education Extension Board (VEEB)
Hicksville, NY
08.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Biology

Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY
05.2009

Emergency Medical Technology

Sealy's EMT Institute
Brooklyn, NY
08.2002

GED -

Ebbets Field Auxillary High School
Brooklyn, NY
12.2000

Skills

  • Clinical Documentation
  • BLS/CPR Certified
  • Infection Control & Barrier Precaution
  • Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Trained
  • Prescribing Control Substances Education

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Mount Sinai- South Nassau Community Hospital
04.2020 - Current

LPN Nursing Supervisor

Castle Senior Living
06.2017 - 04.2020

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

New York Hospital Of Queens
05.2009 - 06.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Jersey College

Practical Nursing Diploma

Vocational Education Extension Board (VEEB)

Associate of Applied Science - Biology

Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York

Emergency Medical Technology

Sealy's EMT Institute

GED -

Ebbets Field Auxillary High School
Sherley Delva