SHERRIE BOWENS
Email: ********@***********.***
Address:
City: Stone Mountain
State: GA
Zip: 30083
Country: USA
Phone: 770-***-****
Skill Level: Any
Salary Range:
Primary Skills/Experience:
Years of hands on experience, accountable and responsible.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Allegheny community college, Pittsburgh PA 1/2001 to 6/1991 (Nursing)
Job History / Details:
Professional Summary
Driven and compassionate healthcare professional with [] years hands-on experience in fast-paced residential and hospital environments. Accountable and responsible with a strong focus on patient wellness.
Dedicated [
] adept at public and community relations, staff development and project management.
Education and Training
1991 Allegheny community college Pittsburgh, Pennyslvania
Associate of Science Nursing
Skill Highlights
Computerized charting
Problem resolution
Treatment of neuro conditions,pain management and general med/surg patients.
Intravenous therapy
Clinical training
Strong medical ethic
Patient evaluation/intervention
Strong clinical judgment
Patient positioning
Patient transporting
Developing procedure
Customer service
RN-level dosage calculation
Specimen collection/processing
Physical assessments
Flow sheet charting
Acute and rehabilitative care
Custodial care
Feeding assistance
Mobility assistance
Tracheotomy care
Foley catheter insertion/removal
Colostomy care
Insulin medication assistance
Alphabetical/numerical filing
Body mechanics
Chart preparation/filing
Client relations
CPR/BLS certified
Daily living activity assistance
Drug administration
Medical clinical procedures
Minor surgery assistance
Obtaining/charting vital signs
Patient and family advocacy
Enthusiastic caregiver
Professional bedside manner
Diabetes, Hospice, and Stroke Patient Care
Prioritizing/managing deadlines
Organizational skills
Inpatient and outpatient care
Patient-focused care
Patient/family focused
AED certification
Pre- and post-surgical care
Wound cleaning/care
NG tube insertion and removal
Infection control standards
Policy and program development
Diagnostic tools experience
Professional Experience
July 1997 to October 2012
emory healthcare atlanta, georgia
Nurse clinician/ clinician 3
Identified process improvements in the day-to-day functioning of the department.
Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability.
Facilitated an on-going assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law.Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation.Provided patient education.Ensured HIPAA compliance.Educated patients about their treatments.
Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas.Participated in unit based Quality Assurance Program.Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses.Followed infection control procedures.Tested patients' blood glucose levels.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Monitored fluid intake and output levels.Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.
Ensured safety and well-being of patients.