Brenda Sorensen
West Jordan
Summary
Experienced and compassionate healthcare professional with a strong background in Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) settings, including extensive hands-on and leadership experience as a Wound Care Manager, House Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Case Manager, Floor Nurse, Wound Care Technician, Telemetry Technician, HUC, and CNA. Skilled in managing complex cases involving complex wound care including flap procedures and fistula care, tracheostomies and IV drips, with a consistent focus on patient safety, advocacy, and high-quality care. Currently seeking relocation and looking to join an organization that upholds the same high standards of excellence and commitment to patient-centered care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Manager
Salt Lake Specialty Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure continuity and quality of services.
- Assisted with assessments to identify patient needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate effective communication and resource allocation.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Prime Time Healthcare
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions for patients.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, adapting strategies based on patient assessments and progress.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of health management techniques.
- Ensured continuity of care during transfer or discharge by communicating relevant patient information to the appropriate healthcare providers or facilities.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Trustaff Travel Nurses
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
RN Case Manager
KPC Promise Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored intervention strategies.
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure continuity and quality of services across multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Utilization Review Management and effective communication with health care providers.
RN Floor Nurse
KPC Promise Hospital
10.2017 - 05.2020
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and hospital protocols.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and quality of care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
CNA
Promise Healthcare- KPC Promise Hospital
04.2012 - 10.2017
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and respect for individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to communicate effectively with healthcare team.
- Educated patients on health maintenance strategies, enhancing understanding of wellness practices.
- Wound Care Tech, Telemetry Tech and HUC training in LTACH setting.
CNA
St. Josephs Villa
02.2000 - 04.2012
- Mentored junior CNAs in delivering high-quality care, reinforcing standards of excellence within the team.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Ameritech
Draper, UT09-2017
Skills
- Patient care assessment
- Wound Care Certified
- Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement Certified
- Critical thinking
- Care planning
- Clinical documentation
- Central line care
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Tracheostomy care
- Blood transfusion
- Medication and IV administration
- Reliability
Certification
- Wound Care Nurse, OWCNAHP - 2024-2029
- Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement, OWCNAHP - 2024-2029
- ACLS, American Heart Association - 02/2024-02/2026
- RN Utah- License - 10496732-3102, 10/2017-01/2027
- RN Oregon- License - 10019600, 12/2023- 06/2026
Timeline
Wound Care Manager
Salt Lake Specialty Hospital
10.2024 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
Prime Time Healthcare
02.2024 - 05.2024
RN, Medical-Surgical
Trustaff Travel Nurses
07.2022 - 05.2023
RN Case Manager
KPC Promise Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2022
RN Floor Nurse
KPC Promise Hospital
10.2017 - 05.2020
CNA
Promise Healthcare- KPC Promise Hospital
04.2012 - 10.2017
CNA
St. Josephs Villa
02.2000 - 04.2012
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Ameritech
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