Sherri Thomas

Facilitated patient admissions to home health agency, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Administered intravenous (IV) therapy for home infusion patients.

Assisted with patient care by providing support for picc line maintenance. Supported healthcare teams in managing picc line procedures. Facilitated effective care by adhering to picc line protocols.

Assisted with blood draws using PICC line and PIV methods. Performed blood collection through PICC line and PIV techniques.

• Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
• Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and reporting to healthcare teams effectively.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
• Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
• Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records systems.
• Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
• 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.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.