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Shonice Sawyer

Saint Louis,MO

Summary

Knowledgeable nurse with background as LPN Charge Nurse. Managed patient care efficiently and supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking in high-pressure environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

Veeshift
05.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Traveled to different facilities based on nursing needs and help.

LPN Charge Nurse

Shift Key
03.2021 - Current
  • Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
  • Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
  • Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Traveled to different nursing facilities needing help d/t shortage in nursing staff.

LPN

Grand Manor Nursing
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.

LPN Charge Nurse

Beauvais Manor On The Park
08.2015 - 12.2021
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.

LPN Charge Nurse

West County Care Center
04.2013 - 12.2015
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing

Saint Louis College of Health Careers
Fenton, MO
04-2013

High School Diploma -

Eureka High School
4525 MO-109, Eureka
05-2007

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Nursing documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • End-of-life care
  • Emergency care
  • Quality improvement
  • Disease prevention
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Critical thinking
  • Intravenous medications
  • Dementia knowledge and care
  • Patient education
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Infection control
  • Physical assessments
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Patient support
  • Activities of daily living adls
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Dietary requirements and restrictions
  • POC System
  • Matrix System

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - [State] Board of Nursing.

Timeline

LPN

Grand Manor Nursing
04.2024 - 12.2024

LPN Charge Nurse

Veeshift
05.2023 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Shift Key
03.2021 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Beauvais Manor On The Park
08.2015 - 12.2021

LPN Charge Nurse

West County Care Center
04.2013 - 12.2015

Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing

Saint Louis College of Health Careers

High School Diploma -

Eureka High School

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