Edwina Sheriff
Montgomery Village
Summary
Long-time LPN with 30 years of experience, skilled in vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and home health care. Known for effective patient care coordination and adherence to infection control protocols. Committed to delivering quality care that improves patient well-being.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
Greenbelt
2009 - Current
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
LPN
Compassionate Nursing
Baltimore
2015 - 2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to healthcare provider instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation was accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
LPN
Shady Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Rockville
2007 - 2009
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Provided direct patient care and support in daily living activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Young Women Christian Association
Freetown, Sierra Leone01-1988
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Montgomery College
Rockville, MDSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical assessment
- Patient evaluations
- Oxygen Administration
- CPAP/BPAP Monitoring
- Tracheostomy and G-tube care
- Infection control practices
- Patient care coordination
- Home health care
- Pediatric care
- Electronic medical records
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Maryland
- Basic Life Support - Ameriacn Heart Association
- Licensed Practical Nurse - District of Columbia
Timeline
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
2009 - Current
LPN
Compassionate Nursing
2015 - 2020
LPN
Shady Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2007 - 2009
High School Diploma -
Young Women Christian Association
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Montgomery College