Kassandra Sherman
Hudson,NY
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Technician
Ghent Assisted Living
12.2024 - Current
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Balanced the needs of multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in medication preparation and distribution, contributing to overall patient satisfaction.
Emergency Department Technician
Samaritan Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
Case Manager
St.Catherine's
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Emergency Department Technician
Columbia Memorial Health
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Conducted regular inventory checks of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels within the Emergency Department.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Served as a patient advocate, liaising between medical professionals and patients to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when needed, de-escalating potentially dangerous situations effectively.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency department, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, working alongside medical professionals to provide optimal care.
- Managed confidential patient records with discretion, adhering to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Samaritan Hospital College of Nursing
Troy12-2025
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills High School
Craryville, NY06-2015
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication reconciliation
- Healthcare regulations
- Pharmacy knowledge
- Safety management
- Adherence to protocols
- Dosage calculation
- Daily living assistance
- Patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Specimen collection
- Emergency response
Good Catch Award
Awarded a Good Catch award for catching a life-altering finding in a patient that was critically ill in the Emergency Department.
Timeline
Medication Technician
Ghent Assisted Living
12.2024 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
Samaritan Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Case Manager
St.Catherine's
06.2021 - 02.2023
Emergency Department Technician
Columbia Memorial Health
09.2018 - 07.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Samaritan Hospital College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills High School
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