Sherry Adams
Fairmount City,PA
Summary
Highly trained critical care nursing professional accomplished in managing patients' conditions and delivering key treatments. Expert in monitoring health and care to proactively meet individual patients' needs. Fully qualified and certified to care for patients with wide range of histories and care requirements. Versed in Joint Commission standards and nursing process.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Butler Memorial Hospital
Butler, PA
10.2010 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Clarion Hospital
Clarion, PA
06.2002 - 09.2010
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
- Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Butler County Community College
Butler, PA05-2004
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Ventilator management
- Resource Utilization
- Quality Improvement
- Family Support
- Honest and Dependable
- Emergency Interventions
- Pulmonary Assessments
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Crisis Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Butler Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Clarion Hospital
06.2002 - 09.2010
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Crisis Management
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Butler County Community College
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