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Tyesha Sheffield

Villa Rica,GA

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience Nursing Home Facilities, excelling in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes through effective communication and clinical judgment. Skilled in wound care and fostering teamwork among healthcare professionals to enhance quality assurance and compliance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Twin Fountains Nursing Home
07.2025 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.

Unit Manager

Douglasville Nursing and Rehab
10.2023 - 04.2025
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
  • Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
  • Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
  • Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Created customized care plans, working with facility staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.

Infection Control Nurse

Coalinga Regional Medical Center
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
  • Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
  • Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
  • Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.

Unit Manager

Sunnyside Nursing Center
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Managed budgetary constraints through careful resource allocation, cost control measures, and fiscal responsibility practices.
  • Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
  • Met with nursing staff and support personnel to plan services, programs and activities.
  • Maintained adequate stock of medications, supplies and equipment to meet patient needs.

LPN Charge Nurse

Lifehouse Bakersfield
01.2014 - 03.2017
  • 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

Vocational Nursing - Nursing

Career Colleges of America
Los Angeles, CA
05-2013

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Wound care
  • Compassionate care
  • Physical assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Geriatric care
  • Vital signs
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Medication dispensing
  • Diabetes management
  • Immunization administration
  • Infection control
  • Family communication
  • Catheter care
  • Breathing treatments
  • Patient evaluations
  • Care planning
  • Staff supervision
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Quality assurance
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Charting and recording
  • Caring for wounds
  • Samples collection
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Responsible and dependable

Certification

Infection Preventionist

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Twin Fountains Nursing Home
07.2025 - Current

Unit Manager

Douglasville Nursing and Rehab
10.2023 - 04.2025

Infection Control Nurse

Coalinga Regional Medical Center
03.2020 - 01.2021

Unit Manager

Sunnyside Nursing Center
03.2017 - 02.2018

LPN Charge Nurse

Lifehouse Bakersfield
01.2014 - 03.2017

Vocational Nursing - Nursing

Career Colleges of America

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