Sara Kubas
Orland Park,IL
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 5 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in outpatient and inpatient settings. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
03.2024 - Current
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Managed instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Was able to scrub and circulate various Level One trauma surgeries.
Registered Nurse
United States Army Operating Room Nurse
Fort Stewart, GA
10.2020 - 10.2023
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Completed AORNs Periop 101 course through the United States Army.
- Was able to scrub and circulate various surgeries and specialties across the US Army.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
United States Army
Fort Bragg, NC
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Executive Officer
United States Army
Fort Bragg, NC
- Managed day-to-day operations and assisted commander in overall strategizing.
- Oversaw scheduling and implementation of weekly maintenance projects while forecasting and targeting potential issues.
- Coordinated efforts of 40 personnel while successfully executing medical operations through efficient skills completion.
- Forged and cultivated productive relationships with Veteran Affairs and Civilian hospitals.
Registered Nurse
United States Army
Chicago, IL
- Collaborated with local health departments and other community partners including FEMA
- Offered information and answered questions from public while advising on protective safeguards.
- Entered client records in centralized database for progress tracking.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University
Indiana05.2019
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Immunization skills
- Nursing Plan Development
- Medical assessment
- Patient care planning
- EHR Super User
- BLS instructor
- Patient education and counseling
- Charge Nurse
- Nursing Preceptor
- Inpatient and outpatient care
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS/PALS
- TNCC- Trauma Nurse Core Course
- Registered Nurse
- AORN Periop 101
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
United States Army Operating Room Nurse
10.2020 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
United States Army
05.2019 - 10.2020
Executive Officer
United States Army
Registered Nurse
United States Army
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University
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