Sheryl Dove
Arlington,TX
Summary
Seasoned Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care at The Lodge of Saginaw. Expert in diabetes management and multi-tasking, I have significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and team efficiency. Skilled in directing staff and prioritizing tasks, my leadership ensures optimal care outcomes and streamlined operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Lodge of Saginaw
Saginaw, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Agency Nurse
Shiftkey
Dallas, TX
12.2015 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions, including vital signs, symptoms, and reactions to treatments.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, medication administration and IV therapy.
- Maintained accurate clinical records utilizing Electronic Medical Record systems.
- Instructed patients on proper health maintenance and disease prevention methods.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of the patient's physical condition during treatment sessions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, family members and other healthcare personnel involved in a patient's care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, standards of practice and policies and procedures related to nursing practice.
- Provided emotional support to families dealing with illness or death of a loved one.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations requiring immediate attention.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pecan Manor
Kennedale, TX
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Treatment Nurse
Cottonwood Creek Healthcare Community
Richardson, TX
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Monitored and documented patient progress throughout the course of treatment.
- Coordinated with physicians regarding treatments and modifications to existing treatments or medications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Attended regular meetings with colleagues to discuss advancements in nursing care.
Director of Assisted Living
Cottonwood Creek Healthcare Community
Richardson, TX
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for residents, ensuring that their personal needs were met.
- Provided leadership to the staff, creating a positive work environment and promoting team building activities.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations concerning safety, health, fire prevention and sanitation standards.
- Supervised the admission process of new residents, including assessments, paperwork and orientation.
Travel Nurse
All Medical Personnel
Tampa, FL
06.2020 - 11.2022
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, treatments plans, safety measures, medication usage and self-care techniques.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, family members, physicians and other health professionals.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Adhered to infection control policies and procedures when performing duties related to patient care.
- Maintained professional relationships with healthcare staff members while working effectively within an interdisciplinary team setting.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions Supplier
Tampa, FL
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Assessed and evaluated patient's medical condition to determine the best course of treatment.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, treatments plans, safety measures, medication usage and self-care techniques.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, family members, physicians and other health professionals.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Participated in continuing education courses relevant to nursing practice.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using established protocols for critical incidents.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Inserted and cared for catheters, feeding tubes and access sites.
- Furnished emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to establish compassionate environment.
- Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX12-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Grambling State University
Grambling, LASkills
- Samples collection
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient triaging
- Shared governance
- Transcribing orders
- Writing reports
- Caring for wounds
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Documenting incidents
- Diabetes management
- Tuberculosis testing
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Vital signs
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Lodge of Saginaw
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pecan Manor
11.2023 - 03.2024
Director of Assisted Living
Cottonwood Creek Healthcare Community
05.2023 - 10.2023
Treatment Nurse
Cottonwood Creek Healthcare Community
02.2023 - 11.2023
Travel Nurse
All Medical Personnel
06.2020 - 11.2022
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions Supplier
06.2019 - 05.2020
Agency Nurse
Shiftkey
12.2015 - Current
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Central Texas College
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Grambling State University
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