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
411 Boulevard Of Americas, Lakewood, NJ 08701
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
5221 N O'Connor Blvd #1400, Irving, TX 75039
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
3645 Cook Ave, Saint Louis , MO 63113
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
3625 Magnolia St. Louis, MO
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
312 Solley Dr
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, MO04-2013
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