BETHANY B. SAND
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and coordinating care in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. I get along well with others, while also working efficiently on my own. I'm seeking a position where I can develop and excel while giving my best to an employer.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Private Duty Nursing
Childrens Nebraska
Omaha, NE
07.2023 - 10.2026
- Cared for special needs children in their homes.
- Worked with children who are ventilator dependent with trachs, gtubes, and completely dependent on nursing for all care.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes to provide timely interventions and enhance care quality.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, improving understanding of conditions and treatment options.
REGISTERED NURSE
Bryan Health Medical Center
Lincoln, NE
09.2015 - 07.2023
- Mental health emergency department weekend charge nurse
- Assisted individuals in acute mental health crises with timely inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations.
- Provided crisis stabilization services to patients in emergency settings., medication management help, working with a team of emergency room physicians and psychiatrist to provide patients with emergent care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques and safety protocols, ensuring adherence to care standards and operational procedures.
REGISTERED NURSE
Bryan Health Medical Center
Lincoln, NE
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Oversaw care delivery in child and adolescent psychiatric unit.
- Overnight charge nurse, conducted chart checks, admitted patients, and assisted youth with coping skills to improve their daily lives while managing mental health issues.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options, disease management, and lifestyle adjustments to enhance overall health outcomes.
REGISTERED NURSE
First Care Home Health
Lincoln, NE
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Provided in-home care for clients with diverse needs for pediatric/adult clients with varying diagnosis, disabilities, and needs
- Conducted ventilator management, tracheal care, catheter insertion and care, tube feeding, and medication administration across all routes.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and assessed next steps for treatment.
REGISTERED NURSE
Interim Home Health
Lincoln, NE
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Provided pediatric homecare services to clients in their residences.
- Skills required ventilator knowledge and ability to manage ventilator dependent clients
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living to enhance independence and quality of life.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in techniques and care standards to ensure adherence to operational procedures and safety protocols.
REGISTERED NURSE
South Lincoln Dermatology
Lincoln, NE
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Assisted physician with procedures and provided patient education to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Performed suture removal, dressing changes, and MOHS procedures for skin cancer, ensuring safe and effective surgical excisions of skin lesions and cancers.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts with medication data to maintain current records and support informed treatment decisions.
REGISTERED NURSE
O’Grady Peyton, Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Palo Alto, CA
05.2006 - 10.2006
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff in implementing computer charting system, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility.
- Trained staff to collaboratively transition from paper to computer charting, improving workflow and documentation efficiency.
- Utilized excellent computer skills to teach staff effectively and promptly.
REGISTERED NURSE
O'Grady Peyton, Scripps
Chula Vista, CA
03.2005 - 08.2005
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated effectively with patients in a multicultural setting, utilizing Spanish language skills as needed.
- Skills in IV therapy, IV insertion, and central line care and blood administration required.
- Floated between units to provide comprehensive patient care in dynamic environments.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment options, disease management, and lifestyle changes to promote informed decision-making.
REGISTERED NURSE
Bryan Health Medical Center
Lincoln, NE
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Worked in a medical-surgical unit specializing in oncology.
- Performed blood administration, chemotherapy, and care for laminectomy/cervical surgery and oncology patients, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families facing end-of-life decisions after cancer or other terminal diagnoses, fostering compassionate care.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, disease management, and lifestyle choices, empowering informed health decisions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Bryan College of Health Science’s
Lincoln01-2017
Diploma Degree - NURSING
Bryan College of Nursing
Lincoln01-2003
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments/evaluation
- Compassionate care
- Crisis intervention
- Decision-making
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Epic Systems
Certification
CPR- American Heart Association (Expires: June 2028)
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Private Duty Nursing
Childrens Nebraska
07.2023 - 10.2026
REGISTERED NURSE
Bryan Health Medical Center
09.2015 - 07.2023
REGISTERED NURSE
Bryan Health Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2015
REGISTERED NURSE
First Care Home Health
01.2011 - 01.2012
REGISTERED NURSE
Interim Home Health
01.2008 - 01.2012
REGISTERED NURSE
O’Grady Peyton, Stanford Hospital and Clinics
05.2006 - 10.2006
REGISTERED NURSE
South Lincoln Dermatology
01.2006 - 01.2008
REGISTERED NURSE
O'Grady Peyton, Scripps
03.2005 - 08.2005
REGISTERED NURSE
Bryan Health Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2005
Diploma Degree - NURSING
Bryan College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Bryan College of Health Science’s