Kara Sanders
Broken Arrow,OK
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Technician
OU Children's Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort through diligent personal care tasks such as bathing, feeding, and changing linens.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the healthcare setting by effectively addressing concerns raised by patients or family members about their loved ones'' treatment plans or progressions.
- Eased transition periods between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports, accurately detailing patient status updates and care plan progress.
- Ensured overall well-being of patients by providing emotional support during difficult times, fostering connections with their personal values, goals, and preferences related to their care plans.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
Nurse Intern
University Of Oklahoma Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support during clinical rotations.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing concerns.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical issues for immediate attention by the medical team.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills while rotating through various hospital units, including emergency room, ICU, and pediatrics.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient outcomes during clinical rotations.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Assisted with successful completion of daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding or assisting with ambulation for patients.
- Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information in Epic
- Completed clinical rotations in the adult trauma ICU, Pediatric Hem/Onc, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Pediatric Outpatient Surgery, Pediatric Surgical
Nursing Student Extern
Saint Francis Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Improved communication between healthcare team members by accurately documenting patient information and progress.
- Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patients'' needs.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing compassionate care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control procedures, ensuring the safety of both patients and staff members alike.
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork by consistently stepping up when additional help was required or requested within the unit or department.
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Four weeks of my externship was spent shadowing a registered nurse in Adult Medical Specialty and the last four weeks was spent in Children's Hem/Onc
Server
Forest Ridge Golf & Country Club
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
Hostess
Splitsville Co
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Enhanced customer experiences by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Reduced wait times for guests by effectively coordinating with other team members during peak hours.
- Increased overall dining satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving guest concerns or issues.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Strengthened team morale by fostering an atmosphere of collaboration, mutual respect, and open communication among all staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing With A Minor In Psychology
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK2024
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Organizational Skills
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Electronic Health Records
- Multitasking
- Patient Education
- Patient Advocacy
- Compassionate Care
- Problem Solving
- CPR Certification
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Medication Administration
- Conflict Resolution
- Clinical Judgment
- Active Listening
- Infection Control
Timeline
Nursing Technician
OU Children's Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Nurse Intern
University Of Oklahoma Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Nursing Student Extern
Saint Francis Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
Hostess
Splitsville Co
05.2021 - 07.2021
Server
Forest Ridge Golf & Country Club
07.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing With A Minor In Psychology
University of Oklahoma
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