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Sherlyn Withers

Carthage,MS

Summary

Compassionate LPN with a proven track record at AB Staffing, enhancing patient experiences through effective communication and clinical judgment. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient education, I adapt care plans to meet diverse needs, ensuring optimal outcomes and fostering trust with patients and families. Committed to delivering high-quality, empathetic care.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Choctaw Health Center
Philadelphia, MS
08.2025 - Current

Diabetes clinic nurse

LPN Office Nurse

AB Staffing
3451 Mercy Rd. #102 Giblert, Arizona
02.2023 - 08.2025
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.

LPN

Diamond Grove Behavioral Health
Louisville, MS
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

LPN

Choctaw Health Center
Hospital Drive Philadelphia, Mississippi
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.

LPN

Sta-Home Health and Hospice / Accent Care
Philadelphia, MS
08.2000 - 08.2019
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Supported patients and families through education on home care procedures, enhancing post-discharge outcomes.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

Education

LPN - LPN

Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS
08-1998

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Immunization administration
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Chronic disease management
  • Patient education
  • Attention to detail
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Patient charting
  • Patient observation

Timeline

LPN

Choctaw Health Center
08.2025 - Current

LPN Office Nurse

AB Staffing
02.2023 - 08.2025

LPN

Diamond Grove Behavioral Health
09.2021 - 09.2022

LPN

Choctaw Health Center
08.2019 - 12.2019

LPN

Sta-Home Health and Hospice / Accent Care
08.2000 - 08.2019

LPN - LPN

Meridian Community College