SHERYL LANTZ
Wasilla,USA
Summary
Highly motivated healthcare professional experienced in diverse healthcare settings. Well-versed in providing patient-centered care, developing care plans, and delivering quality patient care in accordance with physician orders. Proven track record of success in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.
Diligent registered nurse with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse
First Care Urgent Care Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
05.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures and best practices for patient management.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop individualized care strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
State of Alaska
Wasilla, AK
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions.
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process.
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
- Delivered non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient diversity, preserving dignity and rights.
- Used computers to complete necessary documentation on patient progress.
- Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies.
- Obtained specimens and performed EKG tests using proper techniques and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Ancora Hospice
Palmer, AK
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
- Protected patients’ rights and dignity by delivering care without judgment or discrimination.
- Educated patients and family members about treatments, care requirements, and other relevant information.
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs.
- Delivered non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient diversity, preserving dignity and rights.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
Registered Nurse
Alaska Regional Hospital
Anchorage, AK
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions.
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process.
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.
- Assumed leadership role when supervising staff nurses or students in clinical rotations.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
- Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from acute care setting to home care or other post-acute settings.
- Obtained specimens to run monitoring or diagnostic tests.
- Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs.
- Obtained specimens and performed EKG tests using proper techniques and procedures.
- Developed and implemented teaching plans for patients and families regarding disease prevention, treatment options and management strategies.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure proper medication administration practices were followed.
- Provided customized patient and family education to foster continuum of care.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the unit’s processes and systems.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Compared patient response with observable outcomes to evaluate effectiveness of care.
- Performed EKGs using proper techniques and procedures.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections.
Registered Nurse
Sitka Community Hospital
Sitka, AK
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions.
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process.
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
- Performed accurate documentation in the electronic medical record according to established standards.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Protected patients’ rights and dignity by delivering care without judgment or discrimination.
- Educated patients and family members about treatments, care requirements, and other relevant information.
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs.
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
- Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.
- Assumed leadership role when supervising staff nurses or students in clinical rotations.
- Assessed patient needs through physical assessments, interviews and observation techniques.
- Delivered non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient diversity, preserving dignity and rights.
- Educated patient and family members on symptom management and supportive treatments to improve continuity of care.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
- Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss current plan of care for each assigned patient.
- Used computers to complete necessary documentation on patient progress.
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients’ complex care needs.
- Prepared patients for examinations, operations, and treatments and assisted during procedures.
- Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote evidence-based practice standards within the organization.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
- Developed individualized plan of care to perform appropriate treatments as ordered by physician.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from acute care setting to home care or other post-acute settings.
- Obtained specimens to run monitoring or diagnostic tests.
- Managed individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patient health through nursing process.
- Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs.
- Set up and prepared medical equipment to aid physician during examinations and treatment.
- Developed and implemented teaching plans for patients and families regarding disease prevention, treatment options and management strategies.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure proper medication administration practices were followed.
- Provided customized patient and family education to foster continuum of care.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the unit’s processes and systems.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Compared patient response with observable outcomes to evaluate effectiveness of care.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bartlett Regional Hospital
Juneau, AK
05.2014 - 12.2016
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity.
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Helped maintain a positive environment by providing encouragement and support to residents.
- Utilized safe lifting techniques to transfer patients from bed to wheelchair or other mobility devices.
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during times of distress.
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
- Assessed patient needs and reported any changes in condition to appropriate staff members promptly.
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Performed basic nursing procedures such as taking temperatures and pulse rates.
- Monitored vital signs of assigned patients according to established standards.
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Ensured cleanliness of resident rooms at all times through regular housekeeping duties.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
- Encouraged patient participation in activities designed for their physical and mental health improvement.
- Kept up-to-date on all safety protocols related to the job role.
- Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams.
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings.
- Cleaned and sanitized medical equipment and rooms.
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Charter College
Anchorage, AK08.2018
No Degree - Forensic Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2023
No Degree - Paramedic
NW Paramedic School
Portland, OR06-1997
Skills
- Home Visits
- Shared Governance
- Disease Management Programs
- Patient Monitoring
- EMR Systems
- Staff Supervision
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Patient Care
- Seizure Management
- Patient Discharging
- Direct Patient Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Personal Care Needs
- Microsoft Office
- Intakes and Discharges
- Physical Assessment
- Follow-Up Calls
- Patient Care Planning
- Long-Term Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Emotional Intelligence
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Team Coordination
- Or an ER Experience
- Emergency Procedures
- Medical Consultation
- Managing Deadlines
- Call Triaging
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Hospice Philosophy Understanding
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Performing EKGs
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Patient Counseling
- ELNEC Training (End-of-Life-Care)
- Mental Health Care
- Patient Education
- Removing Sutures
- OSHA Safety Expertise
- Insulin Medication Assistance
- Medical Records Management
- Diagnostic Tools Knowledge
- HIPAA Education
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Oncology
- Evaluation
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
Certification
137495
Timeline
Registered Nurse
First Care Urgent Care Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
State of Alaska
08.2022 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Ancora Hospice
05.2021 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Alaska Regional Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse
Sitka Community Hospital
09.2018 - 09.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bartlett Regional Hospital
05.2014 - 12.2016
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Charter College
No Degree - Forensic Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
No Degree - Paramedic
NW Paramedic School