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SHIRLEY G WARD

Abilene

Summary

Dedicated and top-performing registered nurse (RN) with extensive bedside nursing experience and a strong foundation of acute care nursing with a proven track record of providing exceptional patient care across diverse clinical settings. Excels in conducting comprehensive assessments, and developing tailored nursing plans. Efficient autonomously and in team settings. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care thorough assessments, effective communication, reviewing medical orders and care requests per hospital policy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice On-Call BSN

HHC Hospice Program at Hendrick Hospice Care
11.2024 - Current
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Intermediate Care and Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse; Position Charge Nurse

Hendrick Medical Center
01.2018 - Current
  • Orchestrate patient care by facilitating condition assessments, devising individualized treatment strategies, and vigilantly monitoring patient progress to uphold peak health throughout the recovery journey.
  • Streamline communication and collaboration among interdisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination of care plans and swift resolution of patient needs.
  • Implement evidence-based practices and advanced clinical protocols to deliver superior medical care, consistently exceeding patient and family expectations.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in quality improvement projects and contributing valuable insights to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

ICU Registered Nurse; Position Floor Nurse

Abilene Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Executed patient care procedures through precise critical assessments, formulation of tailored treatment strategies, vigilant monitoring of patient recuperation, and effective collaboration with ancillary departments, optimizing overall patient health outcomes.

Registered Nurse; PCU Registered Nurse; Position Floor Nurse

Abilene Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Delivered exemplary nursing care to patients within the Progressive Care Unit, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and executing treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Fostered collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to craft and execute personalized care plans, ensuring seamless continuity of care and facilitating enhanced patient recovery.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments encompassing physical and psychological aspects of patients' conditions, enabling prompt identification of health status changes and timely intervention implementation.
  • Empowered patients and families through comprehensive education on medical conditions, treatment modalities, and self-care strategies, fostering active engagement in the healthcare journey and overall wellness.

Vocational Nurse; Progressive Care Floor Nurse

Abilene Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2016
  • Cultivated positive client/patient relations by proactively addressing concerns, discerning health needs, documenting patient data, optimizing operational efficiency, and minimizing miscommunication.
  • Advocated for patient-centered care, prioritizing individualized attention and empathy to foster a supportive environment conducive to optimal patient recovery and well-being.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams to streamline communication channels and optimize care coordination, resulting in heightened patient satisfaction and superior health outcomes.
  • Employed advanced nursing skills and clinical expertise to deliver comprehensive care in progressive care settings, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to excellence in nursing practice.
  • Spearheaded the refinement of nursing protocols and procedures through active participation in quality improvement initiatives, leveraging firsthand insights to enhance care delivery processes continuously.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Walden University
01.2019

Associates in Science and Nursing - undefined

Cisco College
01.2016

Skills

  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, professional interaction with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Self-Directed
  • Computer skills
  • Recordkeeping
  • Troubleshooting
  • Communication
  • Adept at employing critical thinking skills and clinical judgement to assess patients' needs, interpret medical data, and determine appropriate care plans for patience
  • Nursing
  • Telehealth Clinical Assessment
  • Remote Patient Monitoring
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) Management
  • Coaching Techniques and Strategies
  • Health Assessment and Screening
  • Educational Program Development and Delivery
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Patient Care Plan Development
  • Documentation Review
  • Customer Service
  • Database Management
  • Networking
  • Drug calculations

Certification

  • RN BSN License Walden University 2019
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse Cisco College 2016

Timeline

Hospice On-Call BSN

HHC Hospice Program at Hendrick Hospice Care
11.2024 - Current

Intermediate Care and Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse; Position Charge Nurse

Hendrick Medical Center
01.2018 - Current

ICU Registered Nurse; Position Floor Nurse

Abilene Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 12.2018

Registered Nurse; PCU Registered Nurse; Position Floor Nurse

Abilene Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017

Vocational Nurse; Progressive Care Floor Nurse

Abilene Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2016

Associates in Science and Nursing - undefined

Cisco College

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Walden University

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