Emily Sawe
West Des Moines,Iowa
Summary
Compassionate Nurse with over 15+ years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in nursing home environments, group home (intellectual disability & chronic illness), and mental health unit (IBH) . Works well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationship to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse -Inpatient Behavioral Health
Broadlawns Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
10.2024 - Current
- Led crisis intervention initiatives to stabilize acute behavioral health situations.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system by maintaining confidentiality standards, addressing ethical concerns when necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Advocated for patient rights and coordinated resources for community support services.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
REGISTERED NURSE
Woodward Resource Center
Woodward, IA
12.2019 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
REGISTERED NURSE
Spurgeon Manor
Dallas Center, IA
12.2018 - 12.2022
- Provide direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating of medical conditions of up to 20 patient per day
- Interact and communicate with patient of all ages and ethnic backgrounds, giving quality medical care and treatment
- Administered medications and treatments to patient as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift
- Promote patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medication
LICENCSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Calvin Community
Des Moines, IA
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Implemented effective strategies and care plans to improve patient outcomes and meet recovery objective.
- Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Observe residents, records significant condition and reaction, and notifies physical of resident.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Urbandale Health Center
Urbandale, IA
12.2012 - 12.2016
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
AUTISM ASSOCIATE
The Homestead Living
Pleasant Hills, IA
12.2010 - 12.2015
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADL)
- Assist with medication administration
- Provide transportation to community for activities and medical appointments
- Provide safety and supervision in the home based and in the community
- Provide documentation at the end of the day
- Led activities that developed client's physical, emotional, and social growth
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
- Administered medication as directed
- By physician
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment
DIRECT SUPPORT ASSOCIATE
Mosaic
Des Moines, IA
12.2010 - 12.2015
- Training and assisting residents with various aspects of daily living while ensuring compliance with their individual plan
- Provide safety and supervision both at home and in the community
- Transporting client to the community for activities
- Administering medication and transporting to medical appointments
- Assist clients with budgeting skills
Education
High school Diploma -
Kapkitony High school
KenyaAssociate of Science -
Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines, IowaAssociates Degree in Nursing -
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IowaSkills
- Empathy
- Basic Work Procedure
- Critical Thinking
- HIPPA Education
- Work Ethic and Teamwork
- Bi-lingual in English and Swahili
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Care plan development
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- CPR & BLS Certification
- Mandt Certification
- MOAB Certification
- Dependant Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter
- Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter
Languages
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Kalenjin
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse -Inpatient Behavioral Health
Broadlawns Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
Woodward Resource Center
12.2019 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
Spurgeon Manor
12.2018 - 12.2022
LICENCSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Calvin Community
12.2015 - 12.2017
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Urbandale Health Center
12.2012 - 12.2016
AUTISM ASSOCIATE
The Homestead Living
12.2010 - 12.2015
DIRECT SUPPORT ASSOCIATE
Mosaic
12.2010 - 12.2015
High school Diploma -
Kapkitony High school
Associate of Science -
Des Moines Area Community College
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Indian Hills Community College
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE