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Sherry Luhta

Cusseta,AL

Summary

Experienced LPN with a strong background in geriatric care. Proven ability to provide direct patient care, monitor vital signs, and implement protocols to enhance patient safety and comfort. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Lafayette Extended Care
Lafayette, AL
07.2020 - 03.2026

Efficiently prioritized daily care needs and ADLs of 27 patients, managing high acuity task while ensuring patient safety.

Medication Administration: Administered oral, topical, and injected medications as prescribed.

Clinical Monitoring: Monitored vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration) and reported acute changes in health conditions.

Patient Care: Performed wound care, changed bandages, and managed treatments.

Daily Living Assistance: Assisted residents with hygiene, bathing, dressing, and feeding.

Documentation: Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.

Supervision: Overseeing Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to ensure proper care.

Support & Communication: Providing emotional support to residents and communicating with families.

Safe Care: Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to a safe healthcare environment for residents.

Collaboration: Trained new nursing staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and support.

LPN

VA Veterans Home
Alexander City, AL
09.2017 - 07.2020

LPN

Canterbury Health and Rehab
07.2016 - 09.2017

LPN

Lafayette Nursing Home
Alexander City, AL
07.2015 - 07.2016

LPN

Tallassee Health and Rehabilitation
Tallassee, AL
07.2014 - 07.2015

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Union State Community College
Wadley, AL
05-2014

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Wound care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • Diabetes management
  • Catheter care

Timeline

LPN

Lafayette Extended Care
07.2020 - 03.2026

LPN

VA Veterans Home
09.2017 - 07.2020

LPN

Canterbury Health and Rehab
07.2016 - 09.2017

LPN

Lafayette Nursing Home
07.2015 - 07.2016

LPN

Tallassee Health and Rehabilitation
07.2014 - 07.2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Union State Community College