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Sherry Wells

Beardstown,IL

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Nurse with a proven track record at Culbertson Memorial Hospital, excelling in patient education and infection control. Adept at fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient satisfaction, and streamlining discharge planning. Recognized for clinical judgment and mentorship, ensuring optimal care delivery and positive patient outcomes.

Work History

Clinical Nurse

Culbertson Memorial Hospital
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
  • Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.

Discharge Coordinator

Memorial Hospital West
  • Arranged placement of patients in facilities appropriate for level of care requirements.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive discharge instructions and resources for follow-up care.
  • Promoted a collaborative environment among colleagues by sharing best practices for efficient coordination across departments involved in the discharge process.
  • Streamlined workflow by developing efficient systems for tracking patients'' progress throughout their hospital stay.

Nurse, Skilled Unit

JSNRC
  • Prevented complications from developing in immobile patients by routinely turning them into different positions every two hours.
  • Served as a clinical resource for new nursing staff members, providing mentorship and guidance on best practices in skilled nursing environments.
  • Influenced positive change within interdisciplinary teams by participating actively during meetings sharing evidence-based practice recommendations.
  • Minimized infection rates by adhering to strict protocols for hand hygiene, equipment sterilization, and isolation precautions when caring for patients with contagious illnesses.

Education

LPN -

CASPN
Springfield Il
1999

Skills

  • Vital signs documentation
  • Infection control
  • Medication administration
  • Phlebotomy
  • Care planning
  • Clinical judgment
  • Intake and discharge
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient examination
  • Ethical practice
  • Team supervision
  • Family education
  • Geriatric care
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient education
  • Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient care
  • Staff education and training
  • Discharge planning
  • Direct patient care
  • Treatment program evaluations

Timeline

Clinical Nurse

Culbertson Memorial Hospital

Discharge Coordinator

Memorial Hospital West

Nurse, Skilled Unit

JSNRC

LPN -

CASPN

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