Sonja Dickerman
Clifton Park,NY
Summary
Experienced Hospice Nurse with background in home and institutional care. Works gently with patients and family to provide comfort and palliative care. Supports family with extensive resources and information concerning end-of-life events and expectations. Maintains round-the-clock availability to patients and families. Well-rounded and personable Hospice Nurse determined to give patients superior level of care while ensuring dignity. Proudly offering more than 15 years' expertise in nursing field.
Owned Home care agency for 7 years. Case management , over saw employees in regards to Department of Health Regulations. In charge of Inservices for employees.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Mental Health Unit
St Peter's Health Care Partners
09.2023 - Current
- Administered patient assessments and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for effective treatment outcomes.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions based on evidence-based practices to enhance patient recovery.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Registered Nurse
Four Winds Psychiatric Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Administered patient care, including medication management and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and post-discharge care strategies.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance and patient care quality.
Registered Nurse/ Case Manager
St Peters Health Care Partners
05.2021 - Current
- Coordinated comprehensive patient care plans to optimize health outcomes and resource utilization.
- Conducted assessments, identifying patient needs and facilitating access to appropriate services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.
- Developed educational materials for patients, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and self-management strategies.
Registered Nurse Hospice INN CHPN
St Peters Hospital/ Trinity Health
05.2006 - 05.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Director Of Nursing
Gentle Home Health Care
04.2005 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Planned and assigned workload to 38-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Evaluated work performance of 38 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions, including and 3 year survey with dept of health Per regulations
RN for Palliative care
Visiting Nurses Of Northeaster NY
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Hospice Registered Nurse
Community Hospice
08.2005 - 08.2015
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration
Maria College of Albany
Albany, NY12-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maria College of Albany
Albany, NY05.2004
High School Diploma -
Scotia Glenville High School
Scotia, New York06.1979
Skills
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Monitoring Vital Signs/IV meds/ Foley cath/Cental line monitoring
- Assessments frequently for pain, end of life s/s
- Education of end of life with pt and families
- Support to pt and families
Certification
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Mental Health Unit
St Peter's Health Care Partners
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Four Winds Psychiatric Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse/ Case Manager
St Peters Health Care Partners
05.2021 - Current
RN for Palliative care
Visiting Nurses Of Northeaster NY
06.2017 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse Hospice INN CHPN
St Peters Hospital/ Trinity Health
05.2006 - 05.2021
Hospice Registered Nurse
Community Hospice
08.2005 - 08.2015
Director Of Nursing
Gentle Home Health Care
04.2005 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration
Maria College of Albany
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maria College of Albany
High School Diploma -
Scotia Glenville High School
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