Sherri Rose
Pipestem,WV
Summary
Organized Registered Nurse experienced in delivering comprehensive patient care within multidisciplinary teams. Achieved effective collaboration with healthcare professionals through strong communication and assessment skills. Focused on providing evidence-based care while training new nursing staff and adapting to high-stress environments.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Beckley VAMC
Beckley, West Virginia
2008.06 - 2026.01
- Assessed veteran patients at Beckley VAMC and documented nursing findings
- Administered medications and monitored reactions per Beckley VAMC care plans
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary VA medical teams to ensure comprehensive and effective patient management
- Educated veterans and families on treatment plans and medications, enhancing understanding and adherence to follow-up care
- Triageed patient concerns and prioritized care needs in Beckley VAMC clinic
- Maintained electronic health records and updated nursing documentation accurately
- Implemented infection control practices across Beckley VAMC patient care areas
- Supported discharge planning and coordinated referrals for veterans returning home
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to collaboratively develop and refine patient care plans.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Organized clinical workstations to ensure readiness for procedures and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Beckley VAMC
Beckley, West Virginia
2000.10 - 2008.06
- Administered medications and monitored reactions per Beckley VAMC care plans
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Assessed veteran patients at Beckley VAMC and documented nursing findings
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained electronic health records and updated nursing documentation accurately
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary VA medical teams
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated veterans and families on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Implemented infection control practices across Beckley VAMC patient care areas
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA 2014.06 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mountain State University
Beckley, WV 2008.05 - 2010.08
LPN - Nursing
Raleigh County Vo Tech
Beckley, WV 1993.09 - 1994.06
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medication management
- Triage assessment
- Infection control
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Patient education
- Discharge planning
- Care coordination
- Vital signs monitoring
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Clinical judgment
- Team communication
- Patient advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Medical recordkeeping
- Infection control measures
- Referral coordination
- Patient care
- Medical evaluation
- Family planning education
- Intravenous therapy
- Vital signs collection
- Data collection
- Physical assessments
- Drug screening collection
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Insulin medication assistance
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Flow sheet documentation
- Chest pain management
- Medical screening
- Administering immunizations
- Intake and discharge
- Documentation and charting
- Direct nursing care
- Geriatric nursing
- Direct patient care
- Patient response monitoring
- Supply restocking
- Gastrostomy care
- Health assessments
- Relationship building
- Patient discharge
- EMR systems
Timeline
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Kaplan University
2014.06 - 2017.06
Registered Nurse
Beckley VAMC
2008.06 - 2026.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mountain State University
2008.05 - 2010.08
Licensed Practical Nurse
Beckley VAMC
2000.10 - 2008.06
LPN - Nursing
Raleigh County Vo Tech
1993.09 - 1994.06