SHERYL SLOAN
Whitehall,MI
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in medication administration and patient care. Proven ability to manage treatment plans, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Dosing Nurse
Cherry Health
07.2019 - Current
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper dosing procedures, contributing to a well-prepared workforce.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and actively listening to their needs.
- Collected specimens to prepare for laboratory test procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Baker College of Muskegon
01.2009 - Current
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, offering support and guidance for professional development.
- Served as a role model for nursing students by demonstrating professionalism, ethical behavior, and effective communication skills in all interactions.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster growth and improvement.
- Provided timely feedback on student assignments, addressing common misconceptions or gaps in understanding promptly to facilitate learning growth.
- Increased student success rates by creating a supportive learning environment that encouraged questions, collaboration, and exploration of new ideas.
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Muskegon Community College
02.2008 - Current
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Served as a role model for nursing students by demonstrating professionalism, ethical behavior, and effective communication skills in all interactions.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster growth and improvement.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing students by incorporating group activities, peer evaluations, and collaborative learning exercises into the curriculum.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, participation, assignments, and exam scores to track progress throughout the semester.
Visiting Nurses Association-field case manager
Spectrum Health
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of case management services across various settings.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to empower patients in making informed decisions about their care plan.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing comprehensive case management plans tailored to individual needs.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Health Hackley Campus
10.1993 - 11.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI08.1993
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Documentation
- Quality Improvement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Compassionate and Caring
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- Professionalism
Softwaresystemskills
- Proficient in utilizing electronic health records for documentation, information gathering, and medication administration.
- Experienced in EPIC, Cerner, and Nextgen.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Licensurecertificates
- Registered Nurse License, 4704192968, 03/28/26
- American Heart Association BLS provider, 07/2022 – 07/2024
Timeline
Dosing Nurse
Cherry Health
07.2019 - Current
Visiting Nurses Association-field case manager
Spectrum Health
08.2018 - 04.2021
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Baker College of Muskegon
01.2009 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Muskegon Community College
02.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mercy Health Hackley Campus
10.1993 - 11.2018
Master of Science - Nursing
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Michigan State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Muskegon Community College
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