Sierra Cryer
Slidell,LA
Summary
Welcome to my resume. I'm a lifelong healthcare professional. Its always been my passion & desire to make other's better within my limitations. I began my career at 16 years old as a Certified Nurses Assistant. I attended college beginning September 1988. Then I profusely worked my way in obtaining my Doctorate degree in Psychology. During my career journey, in 1999 I obtained my Nursing License. I love Nursing. I am bilingual in Portuguese and a little Spanish. My mission is to always take pride in my career as I try to make a difference with each & every patient. I thank you in advance for your consideration.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrator - Business Operations
Bella Haven Adult Day Health Center
Taunton, MA
09.2015 - Current
- Developed and maintained quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Provided support for project planning and implementation efforts.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to operations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers on behalf of the company.
- Organized special events such as conferences, seminars, or workshops.
- Implemented business processes to streamline daily operations and increase efficiency.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
LPN
Staff Builders
Easton, MA
10.1992 - 01.1997
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions, including vital signs, symptoms, and reactions to treatments.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, medication administration and IV therapy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Administrator/Owner
Golden Years LLC
, MA
01.2000 - 08.2005
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Developed and maintained quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular reviews of operational procedures to improve efficiency.
- Provided support for project planning and implementation efforts.
LPN
Lifecare of Raynham
Raynham, MA
09.1988 - 12.2002
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
Education
Ph.D. - Counseling Psychology
Brandeis University
Waltham, MA05-2005
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Bristol Plymouth Nursing Program
Taunton, MA06-1999
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Fisher College
Boston, MA06-1990
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Grief Counseling
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Dependable
- Great Time Management
- Hospice Care
- Nursing
- Case Management
- Medication Administration
- Home Care
- Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
- Vital Signs
- Medical Office Experience
- Patient Care
Languages
Portugal
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
Louisiana
NPI#2003 to Present
Louisiana LPN 7/2023 - 1/2025 License #30004280
CPR/AED 2023 - 2025
Basic Life Support 2023 - 2025
Affiliations
- Wife to Scott, Mother of 3 beautiful children & Grandmother of 3 handsome young boys.
Timeline
Administrator - Business Operations
Bella Haven Adult Day Health Center
09.2015 - Current
Administrator/Owner
Golden Years LLC
01.2000 - 08.2005
LPN
Staff Builders
10.1992 - 01.1997
LPN
Lifecare of Raynham
09.1988 - 12.2002
Ph.D. - Counseling Psychology
Brandeis University
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Bristol Plymouth Nursing Program
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Fisher College
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