Sherrie Edington
Aiken,SC
Summary
Dedicated Charge Licensed Practical Nurse offering 13-year background managing nursing staff, delegating assignments and assessing patient conditions. Expertise in progress monitoring, plan implementation and history taking. Devoted to service excellence in patient care and patient advocacy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
PruittHealth Aiken
02.2011 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing - Geriatric Nursing
Aiken Technical College
Graniteville, SC12.2010
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- Documentation accuracy
- Diabetes management
- Immunization Administration
- Family Communication
- Catheter Care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
PruittHealth Aiken
02.2011 - Current
Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing - Geriatric Nursing
Aiken Technical College
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