SHERYL STEELE
Sumter,SC
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Unit Manager
Lexington Extended Care
Lexington, SC
07.2023 - Current
- Evaluated quality of care provided to patients through chart reviews and surveys.
- Coordinated the discharge planning process for incoming and outgoing patients to lock down unit.
- Created an environment that fosters team work among all members of the healthcare team.
- Managed daily operations of assigned unit including staffing assignments, scheduling of shifts and time off requests.
- Provided direct patient care including assessments, treatments, medication administration and documentation.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Responsible for administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Travel Correctional Nurse
MAXIM Healthcare
SC
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered safe and effective treatments to patients in compliance with company contracted standards/policies
- Monitored patients throughout treatment to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment and notify the physician if changes need to be made to treatment, helping patients achieve the best results possible
- Demonstrated independent problem-solving to provide assistance in critical situations while acting as a role model for excellent nursing practice to support to staff.
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented medication administration in accordance with policy.
- Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
- Conducted individualized patient education sessions regarding health promotion topics such as nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, stress management.
- Performed medical rounds on a daily basis to assess the overall condition of inmates.
- Identified changes in an inmate's condition and reported them to the physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
- Developed treatment plans based on assessments of patients' physical and psychological needs; provided follow-up care as necessary.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving inmate injuries or illness.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Health Services Administrator
MEDIKO Inc
Sumter, SC
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed and evaluated the Healthcare Delivery Program in accordance with state and local regulations to ensure the appropriate delivery and administration of correctional medical care
- Oversaw staffing schedule to maintain adequate support staffing coverage for patients and reduce the instance of staff burnout
- Coordinated, directed, and supervised personnel to deliver quality care in adherence regulatory guidelines while maintaining confidentiality and discretion
- Led health care initiatives through the chart auditing process which improved the quality of patient care by 90%.
COVID-19 Vaccinator/Screener
Insight Global
Moncks Corner, SC
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Performed nasal swabs for COVID-19 PCR & rapid tests in accordance with HIPPA, OSHA, and CDC guidelines and precautions to ensure staff and patient safety
- Initiated prompt communication with people exposed to Covid-19 through testing, phone calls, and emails to effectively trace cases and reduce the risk of transmission
- Coordinated referrals with testing facilities, healthcare, and other supportive services ensuring patients received the quickest and highest quality of care available.
COVID-19 Vaccinator/Screener
Aya Healthcare
Salisbury, MD
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Documented and assessed health and immunization history and eligibility of patients receiving vaccines to ensure compliance and prevent any unwanted medical incidents
- Provided COVID-19 vaccines with over [6000 +] vaccines successfully administered
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to vaccines to provide timely when necessary resulting in zero hospital admissions.
Health Services Administrator
Wellpath Correct Care Solutions
Moncks Corner, SC
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while adhering to strict security protocols to protect the confidentiality of all data
- Managed all administrative aspects in a [700]-bed medium secured facility
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and improve service to patients.
LPN Charge Nurse
Wellpath Correct Care Solutions
Moncks Corner, SC
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Performed medical procedures with a high level of proficiency including taking vital signs and medical history, administering injections, venipunctures, and ancillary tests per organization guidelines
- Assisted physician in conducting over 100 + examinations daily and record results accurately to ensure patients receive appropriate care
- Provided direct clinical supervision over nurses and medical assistants to ensure delivery of high quality care.
LPN
Travel Corrections
Orlando, FL
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Delivered safe and effective treatments to patients in compliance with company contracted standards/policies
- Monitored patients throughout treatment to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment and notify the physician if changes need to be made to treatment, helping patients achieve the best results possible
- Demonstrated independent problem-solving to provide assistance in critical situations while acting as a role model for excellent nursing practice to support to staff.
LPN Corrections
MHM Services, Inc
Orlando, FL
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Collected specimens for testing by complying with all industry procedures, ensuring accurate results were produced in a timely manner
- Demonstrated expertise in therapeutic de-escalation and crisis management resulting in [100]% success in incident de-escalations
- Supervised a variety of activities including but not limited to, emergency triage, EKGs, emergency lab draws, infectious disease prevention, and monitoring, to ensure quality patient care and safety.
LPN CC
Vitas Hospice
Maitland, FL
10.2014 - 08.2017
- Assessed, planned, and implemented nursing care plans for over patients while adhering to nursing principles, procedures, and theory, providing quality end of life care
- Provided ongoing education for patients and their families in regards to symptoms, diseases, and medication management, improving patient self-management
- Assisted in creating client care goals to help guide staff in providing the highest quality of care.
LPN CC
Arbor Medical Staffing
Orlando, FL
02.2014 - 10.2016
- Worked with other hospice personnel in the direct care of shared patients to ensure all providers were up-to-date in patient plan of care
- Effectively assessed the needs of the hospice patient and family in regards to physical, spiritual and psychological dimensions of care
- Attended daily patient rounds, shared professional knowledge, and make appropriate recommendations regarding clinical and programmatic needs of patients.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
ECPI University
Manassas10-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VASkills
- EMR
- Patient Care
- Triage
- Hospice Care
- Injections Administration
- Vital Signs
- Vaccination
- Critical Care
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Clinical Supervision
- Staff Management
- Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Counseling
- Staff Leadership
- Crisis Intervention
- Medical Administration
- Electronic Charting Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Ward Management
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- IV Certification, Kane Educational Seminars LLC 01/2010
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association, 06/2023
Education Certifications
- PRACTICAL Nursing Diploma, Medical Careers Institute at ECPI College of Technology Manassas, 2007
- Northern Virginia Community College Annandale, 2000
Timeline
LPN Unit Manager
Lexington Extended Care
07.2023 - Current
Travel Correctional Nurse
MAXIM Healthcare
05.2022 - 07.2023
Health Services Administrator
MEDIKO Inc
10.2021 - 05.2022
COVID-19 Vaccinator/Screener
Insight Global
07.2021 - 10.2021
COVID-19 Vaccinator/Screener
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 08.2021
Health Services Administrator
Wellpath Correct Care Solutions
07.2020 - 10.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Wellpath Correct Care Solutions
08.2019 - 07.2020
LPN
Travel Corrections
08.2018 - 08.2019
LPN Corrections
MHM Services, Inc
08.2017 - 08.2018
LPN CC
Vitas Hospice
10.2014 - 08.2017
LPN CC
Arbor Medical Staffing
02.2014 - 10.2016
Diploma - Practical Nursing
ECPI University
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College