Sherry Franklin
Longs
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/ Admissions/Unit Manager
Angel Oak Health and Rehabilitation
Myrtle Beach, SC
03.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, providing timely interventions as needed.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies to promote overall wellness and recovery.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance with regulations.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices to enhance team performance.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, resulting in improved efficiency within nursing workflow.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance service quality.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to improve patient care planning.
- Analyzed resident feedback to drive continuous improvement initiatives in care services.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and skill enhancement.
- Streamlined workflow processes, increasing efficiency in patient admissions and discharges.
- Managed staff schedules, optimizing resource allocation for improved coverage and support.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic goals aligned with facility objectives.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
- Maintained adequate stock of medications, supplies and equipment to meet patient needs.
- Met with nursing staff and support personnel to plan services, programs and activities.
- Optimized staffing levels by monitoring unit needs and making data-driven adjustments to scheduling as necessary.
- Increased staff retention rates with supportive leadership techniques, mentoring programs, and positive work environment initiatives.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by enforcing strict adherence to protocols, guidelines, and infection control measures.
- Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Streamlined daily operations for increased productivity by delegating tasks and supervising nursing staff.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit to enhance overall quality of care provided to patients.
- Coordinated nursing with other services to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient unit management processes and coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
- Participated actively in committee meetings to contribute insights from a Unit Manager perspective, influencing hospital-wide decisions and policies.
- Promoted patient independence by establishing patient care goals and taught and counseled patients, friends and family about medications and self-care skills.
- Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate communication between patients, families, and medical professionals.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently overseeing the administration of medications to patients.
- Protected patients and employees by developing and interpreting infection-control policies and protocols and maintained patient confidence by monitoring confidential information.
- Maintained high compliance with industry regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to procedures.
- Optimized inventory management to reduce waste and ensure availability of critical supplies.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring high-quality service standards were consistently met.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, redesigning workflow processes.
Shiftkey
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication use, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine needs for further interventions or referrals.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety and compliance with regulations.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring effective communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Atrium Wake Forest Baptist health/Emerywood
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatments, and preventive care strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and challenges for optimal care delivery.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) for compliance and continuity of care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and improve outcomes.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Education
Associate of Science -
Davidson Davie Community College
Bachelor of Science -
Capella University
12-2027
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Care plan development
Certification
- ACLS, American heart Association - 05/2025-05/2027
- BLS, American Heart Association- 11/2024-11/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse/ Admissions/Unit Manager
Angel Oak Health and Rehabilitation
03.2026 - Current
Shiftkey
06.2024 - 01.2025
Atrium Wake Forest Baptist health/Emerywood
07.2021 - 06.2024
Associate of Science -
Davidson Davie Community College
Bachelor of Science -
Capella University