Cheary Shelim, DNP, RN, AGCNS-BC

Cheary Shelim is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist with over a decade of nursing experience. Her diverse background includes medical-surgical nursing, telemetry, school nursing, and teaching as a clinical instructor and assistant professor. She is dedicated to using her healthcare, education, and writing expertise to empower individuals to take charge of their health and well-being.

Education:

– Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Loma Linda University
– Doctor of Nursing Practice, Loma Linda University

Certifications and affiliations:

– Registered Nurse (RN)
– Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Board-Certified (AGCNS-BC)
– American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

Expertise and professional focus:

– Adult and gerontology care
– Medical-surgical and telemetry nursing
– Clinical instruction and academic teaching in nursing
– Health education and patient empowerment

Career highlights:

Cheary has over 10 years of nursing experience across diverse specialties. She served as a clinical instructor and assistant professor, contributing to the education and training of future nurses. Cheary also holds advanced practice certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Media features and publications:

Cheary is a contributor to healthcare and nursing education resources, actively writing and publishing to educate both professionals and the public on health-related topics. She was honored with the 2018 Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society Rising Star of Research and Scholarship award for the poster “Reducing Telemetry Overuse in a Non-Intensive Care Unit: A Pilot Study.” This recognition highlights Cheary’s leadership in spearheading a project at a community hospital, which successfully reduced telemetry overuse, decreased hospital expenses, and updated telemetry use policies.

Philosophy:

Cheary believes in the power of education and prevention to improve health outcomes. She integrates her clinical expertise with compassionate communication to inspire individuals to take proactive steps toward healthier lives.

Approach to current health issues:

Cheary has written articles about several public health issues, such as managing chronic diseases and climate change. As a healthcare professional and a parent, her goal is to write practical, research-based articles in everyday language to empower others to make healthier choices and counter misinformation.