Cheryl Eberhardt RN, BSN, MPH
Cleveland
Summary
Passionate about hospice and home health care to deliver the best care to patients. Dedicated worker to the institution in upholding its goal and mission. Compassionate with good relationship building, leadership abilities and supervisory expertise. Am well versed in the nursing management of serious conditions and the impact on patients and their loved ones. Am knowledgeable in hospice and home health compliance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RN O/C Nurse
Hospice of Chattanooga Supervisor Gunner Jeffries
09.2023 - Current
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
RNCM
GRH Home Health Services Supervisor Sarah
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
RNCM
Hospice - Dignity Health -Supervisor Juliet Bryant
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
RNCM
Home Care & Hospice Services - Supervisor Amrita B
04.2004 - 07.2021
- Worked with clinical managers to review cases and improve overall patient care and response times.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Evaluated POC's to mitigate risk, improve patient care and implement changes to increase efficiency.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
- Participated in IDG meetings with interdisciplinary team members discussed pt's goals, recent changes, s/s management and plan of care for end of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Education
Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing -
Southern College
Masters in Public Health - International Health
Loma Linda University
Skills
- Clinical management
- Patient monitoring
- Patient/family relations
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Patient education and counseling
- ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of QUAPI Project.
Memberships
Am a member of Hospice Compliance Network (HCN) by Weatherbee Resources. Also attended one of their Boot Camps in March 2020.
Timeline
RN O/C Nurse
Hospice of Chattanooga Supervisor Gunner Jeffries
09.2023 - Current
RNCM
GRH Home Health Services Supervisor Sarah
01.2023 - 04.2023
RNCM
Hospice - Dignity Health -Supervisor Juliet Bryant
02.2022 - 10.2022
RNCM
Home Care & Hospice Services - Supervisor Amrita B
04.2004 - 07.2021
Masters in Public Health - International Health
Loma Linda University
Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing -
Southern College
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