SHARON
OCONNELL
sharonmurphy***@g
mail.com
04
S K I L L S
Patient relationship
building
Direct patient care
Clinical documentation
Family communication
Health education
Wound care
HIPAA protocols
Medical records
management
Medication
administration
Patient assessments
Immunization
administration
Care plans
Vital signs monitoring
Administer medications
Sterilize equipment
Observe patients
Monitor IV fluids
Patient education
Medical examination
P R O F E S S I O N A L S UMMARY
Visual Merchandiser experienced in defining,
designing, and implementing creative visual
merchandising strategies. Create appealing and
eye-catching visual displays that capture customer focus throughout entire stores. Produce window
displays, signs, interior displays, and special
promotions displays.
License Practical Nurse with knowledge of several
areas of Nursing. Hospital, Nursing Home, Visiting Nurse, Senior and Pediatric Private Duty Nursing.
Retired from Nursing after 50 years experience.
E X P E R I E N C E
RETAIL SERVICE MERCHANDISER
Hallmark
Worcester, Massachusetts
July 2018 April 2020
Changed displays to promote new product launches
and reflect seasonal themes.
Straighten and added to existing cards.
Assess the need to order new supplies according to company's protocol.
Track milage and hours worked at each location you service.
Report to Supervisor any issues or needs.
CHARGE NURSE
Holy Trinity Nursing Home
Worcester, Massachusetts
February 2015 March 2016
Evaluated patient response to nursing interventions and altered care plans through ongoing
assessments.
Charted pertinent facts and information in detail. Personal hygiene
support
R E F E R E N C E S
Beth Foley
Beth.foley@fallonhealth.
org
VP Quality and Population
Health
Cheryl Pope
*******@*******.***
Senior Resource Manager
Lois Ollis
Lois.ollis@reliantmedical
group.org
Surgery Scheduling
Coordinator at Reliant
Medical Group
Tina Fullen
************@***.***
Patient Service Specialist
(PSS) at Surgical eye
experts at Fallon Reliant
Medical Group.
Transferred and repositioned patients using proper techniques and equipment.
Supervised medication administration for residents. Documented and charted observations and data
relating to clinical patient conditions.
Observed and assessed resident conditions,
reporting changes to on-call doctor.
Interpreted diagnostic tests and formulated care
plans.
Supervised nursing department in daily delivery of resident care.
Visited all assigned patients at regular intervals, checking and documenting vital signs and patient
conditions.
Monitored and scheduled job assignments.
Recorded observations concerning patient
conditions and outcomes.
Utilized nursing process in provision of care,
including medication administration and
treatments.
COMMUNITY NURSE EDUCATOR
Fallon Community Health Plan
Worcester, Massachusetts
April 2011 August 2014
Launched continuing education program to keep
staff and patients informed about latest advances
and techniques in health care.
Recorded patients' medical information and vital
signs.
Immunized patients against common infections
such as influenza and tetanus with routine
vaccinations.
Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records. Created pamphlets and [Type] to highlight useful
health tips and provide quick references to available resources.
Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by
patients' responses and conditions.
Monitored all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
PRIVATE DUTY NURSE
Pediatric Services of America
Shrewsbury, MA
May 2000 July 2012
Managed diverse care tasks with self-motivated
approach focused on controlling clients' symptoms
and improving comfort.
Delivered skilled nursing care to clients in
accordance with service plan, physician's orders,
and agency policies.
Employed great physical stamina to lift as much as
[Number] pounds when moving patients between
beds, wheelchairs, and other equipment.
Worked with RN case manager on integrating new
treatment changes and updating documentation.
Implemented direct physician orders to meet
home-care patients' unique needs.
Helped clients with activities of daily living,
including bathing, grooming, and toileting.
Communicated frequently with nursing staff and
clinical team to convey important patient
information.
Offered clients companionship to effectively meet
social and emotional needs.
Taught clients and family members appropriate
rehabilitative measures to promote and maintain
client health.
Educated patients, family members, and caregivers
on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in
compliance and improve outcomes.
Immunized patients against common infections
such as influenza and tetanus with routine
vaccinations.
Completed detailed patient intakes, including
documenting patient histories and current vitals.
Consulted with healthcare team to plan and
implement patient treatment protocols.
Recorded patients' medical information and vital
signs.
Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records. Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by
patients' responses and conditions.
Kept the unit efficient by organizing instruments, preparing rooms and restocking supplies.
Administered local, intravenous and inhalation
anesthetics based on patient conditions and
procedural requirements.
Maintained accurate and detailed records in
[System] for patient treatments and status updates, as well as unit activities.
Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team
members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate
patient care plans.
Prepared patients for physician examinations and
treatments, answered questions and offered
emotional support.
Readied rooms, supplies, and instruments for
upcoming procedures and expected patients.
Administered medications to patients and
monitored patients for reactions or side effects.
Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or
changes in patients' conditions.
Recorded patients' medical information and
monitored conditions.
Administered prescribed medications and
monitored patients for side effects and adverse
reactions.
Monitored patients closely to spot problems and
reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions.
Trained student and newly-registered nurses in the correct nursing procedures and performance
strategies.
Administered medications to patients and
monitored patient vital signs.
COMMUNITY RESOURCE SPECIALIST
Fallon Clinic
Worcester, Massachusetts
February 1991 May 2002
Assisted clients with locating assistance for basic human needs such as safe housing.
Implemented and enforced policies focused on
protecting service delivery and participants.
Interviewed potential clients and collected
information to determine eligibility for social
assistance.
Connected clients with services through robust
education programs and personalized service.
Assisted team members and managers with tasks to
maintain productivity and meet project milestones. Addressed concerns quickly to avoid lasting issues. Monitored processes and recommended methods
for improvement.
Supported operations with consistent maintenance
and updates of corporate files and records.
Completed all assigned tasks prior to shift end.
Volunteered for and tackled new assignments and
tasks to ease staff member burden.
Reviewed activities regularly to identify
opportunities for improvement.
Managed daily tasks consistently and sought out
opportunities to go beyond requirements and
support business targets.
Utilized downtime to perform routine tasks,
preventing service delays.
Organized resources and staff to uphold program
promises and offer consistent service levels.
Created informational brochures, flyers, and other communications to effectively highlight available
services.
Established schedules and program plans to provide
[Type] services to local community.
Worked closely with individuals living with [Type] disabilities to improve self-sufficiency by building up important life skills.
E D U C A T I O N
LICENSE PRACTICAL NURSE:
NURSING
Montachusette Regional Practical Nursing Program
Fitchburg, MA
Graduated with honors.