Sherron Askew
East Saint Louis,IL
Summary
LPN/ IV with extensive experience in multiple backgrounds in nursing, excelling in wound care and patient management.
Healthcare professional with a solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
IV Cert LPN Independent Contractor
Shift Key- MO LPN
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses under supervision.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation within electronic health systems.
- Supported nursing staff in executing treatment plans and following protocols.
- Conducted vital sign assessments to ensure patient health stability.
- Participated in infection control measures to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- 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.
- 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.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
LPN Charge Nurse
Nurse Staffing /Integrity Staffing Solutions Inc.
07.2008 - 10.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Bethesda Meadow
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 30 to 42 patients per day in 260-bed unit.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
LPN Charge Nurse III
Missouri Veterans Home
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care and adherence to medical protocols.
- Managed medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimizing errors.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, contributing to improved recovery times.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Matrix.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 25 to 40 patients per day in 300-bed unit.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
LPN Charge Nurse /Supervisor
NHC Town and Country Healthcare
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Assisted in wound care management and provided support during medical procedures, enhancing patient comfort.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and medication management strategies.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Managed supply of medical equipment and consumables, ensuring availability and reducing instances of stock-outs.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN01-2028
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Louis College Of Health Careers
Saint Louis MO11-2000
Skills
- Wound care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Documenting intake
- Breathing treatments
- Health education
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- Care planning
- Patient triaging
- ADL assistance
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Patient intake
- Preventive care
- Caregiving skills
- Transcribing orders
- Palliative care
- Staff supervision
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient management
- Behavioral assessment
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Inpatient care
- Chronic disease management
- Mental health support
- Medical records management
- Outpatient care
- Medical office administration
- Pediatric care
- Home health care
- Trauma-informed care
- Case management
- CPR/AED
- Adaptable and flexible
- Intravenous medications
- Specimen collection
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Patient support
- Strong clinical judgment
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Responsible and dependable
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Patient charting
- Critical thinking
- Charting and recording
- EKG administration
- pointcare click/ Matrix/ Mediprocity/ EMR software
- Psychotropic medications
- HIPAA protocols
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Biomedical hazard disposal
- Educating families
- Documenting incidents
- Counting narcotics
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Tuberculosis testing
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Missouri licensed practical nurse
- Caring for wounds
- Samples collection
- Tracking symptoms
- Licensed practical nurse
- Anatomy
- Patient safety protocols
- Preoperative care
- Pain management
- End-of-life care
- Medication reconciliation
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
IV Cert LPN Independent Contractor
Shift Key- MO LPN
01.2023 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Bethesda Meadow
09.2020 - 02.2023
LPN Charge Nurse III
Missouri Veterans Home
10.2017 - 02.2019
LPN Charge Nurse /Supervisor
NHC Town and Country Healthcare
03.2016 - 11.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Nurse Staffing /Integrity Staffing Solutions Inc.
07.2008 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Indiana State University
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Louis College Of Health Careers
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