Sandra Shiley
Lewisberry
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Penn State Hershey Medical Center, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Recognized for implementing evidence-based interventions that significantly improved patient outcomes. Adept at fostering compassionate care and effective communication, ensuring holistic support for patients and families during critical recovery phases.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Radiology Outpatient Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse-Women's Health Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
06.2007 - 09.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse-Med-Surgical Nursing
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Nursing
Harrisburg University of Science And Technology
Harrisburg, PA12-2021
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA06-2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Procedure preparations
- Home care
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Radiology Outpatient Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse-Women's Health Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
10.2019 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
06.2007 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse-Med-Surgical Nursing
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
06.2006 - 06.2007
Nursing
Harrisburg University of Science And Technology
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
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