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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Sherry Bingham

Sherry Bingham

Baxter,KY

Summary

Legal Nurse Consultant with extensive experience in litigation support and medical record analysis. Demonstrated success in advocating for patients while maintaining ethical standards and confidentiality. Proficient in medical terminology and healthcare informatics, producing impactful case summaries that improve trial strategies and outcomes.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Nurse Consultant

Local Independent Attorney
Harlan, KY
04.2019 - 06.2023
  • Provided guidance on how best to present complicated medical evidence before a judge or jury.
  • Assessed damages and formulated opinions on liability based on research findings.
  • Assisted with deposition preparation by providing counsel with pertinent facts concerning the case.
  • Developed case summaries for attorneys to use as evidence during trial.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop effective strategies for presenting complex medical concepts in an understandable manner during trials.
  • Conducted interviews with healthcare personnel involved in the case to obtain additional information about the incident under review.
  • Analyzed medical data to determine if there was a deviation from accepted standards of care.
  • Conducted medical research to facilitate ongoing cases and legal investigations into personal injury and workman's compensation.
  • Provided legal team and clients with information and definitions for medical terminology.
  • Collected medical records and evidence to organize case information for lawyers.

Travel Registered Nurse

Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Asheville, NC
03.2025 - Current
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
  • Assisted with intubation procedures when needed using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Monitored vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve outcomes for critically ill patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
  • Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
  • Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.

Travel Registered Nurse

University of Tennessee Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
03.2004 - 01.2010
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Assisted in the preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge from the hospital.
  • Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
  • Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve outcomes for critically ill patients.
  • Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
  • Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
  • Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
  • Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.

Registered Nurse Traveler

Covenant Health Systems
Knoxville, TN
10.2003 - 03.2023
  • Initiated emergency interventions as needed based on changes in condition or critical lab values.
  • Provided direct patient care to patients in various specialties such as cardiac, oncology, neurology, and surgery.
  • Implemented infection control policies to reduce risk of healthcare associated infections.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions and evaluations within electronic medical records system according to established standards.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy under stressful situations.
  • Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures such as endoscopies, bronchoscopies.
  • Initiated life saving measures when necessary in accordance with protocols.
  • Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
  • Administered care to patients suffering from catastrophic traumatic injuries.
  • Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.

Registered Nurse

Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan KY
07.1998 - 10.2003
  • 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 patient's health status and developed individualized plans of care.
  • Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
  • Performed bedside procedures such as wound care, IV insertions, foley catheter insertion and removals.

Staff Nurse

Harlan Health and Rehabilitation Center
Harlan, KY
06.1997 - 10.1998
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
  • Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BSN Nursing

University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
05-2026

Associate of Science - Nursing ADN

Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
05-1997

Skills

  • Medical terminology
  • Patient advocacy
  • Medical record analysis
  • Ethics and confidentiality
  • Litigation support
  • Medical documentation
  • Legal terminology
  • Healthcare informatics

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Active grandmother with grand child

Certification

  • Registered nurse in Kentucky/Compact State
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Travel Registered Nurse

Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
03.2025 - Current

Legal Nurse Consultant

Local Independent Attorney
04.2019 - 06.2023

Travel Registered Nurse

University of Tennessee Medical Center
03.2004 - 01.2010

Registered Nurse Traveler

Covenant Health Systems
10.2003 - 03.2023

Registered Nurse

Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
07.1998 - 10.2003

Staff Nurse

Harlan Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.1997 - 10.1998

Bachelor of Science - BSN Nursing

University of Tennessee

Associate of Science - Nursing ADN

Lincoln Memorial University

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