Lauren Sain
Lincolnton,NC
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment and expertise in patient assessments, team coordination, and infection control. Ready to enhance patient care through effective leadership and collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atrium-Lincoln
Lincolnton, NC
04.2012 - Current
- I was the clinical supervisor for our floor for three years. In this role I supported staff development through coaching and training initiatives. Assisted with payroll scheduling to ensure accurate compensation. Collaborated with administration to implement policies that enhanced patient care.
- Achieved improved patient care through effective leadership as charge nurse on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday shifts. Enhanced team dynamics by providing support and resolving issues promptly.
- Facilitated communication between nursing staff and administration to address concerns and implement solutions. Chaired professional development initiatives for the floor, enhancing team engagement. Provided insights on educational resources and organizational developments during Atrium's merger with Advocate.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control procedures throughout the unit.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Registered Nurse
Lincoln Nursing Center
Lincolnton, NC
06.2009 - 04.2012
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and recognized significant changes in patient conditions, escalating concerns promptly to medical staff.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Managed long-term care challenges by implementing effective time management strategies. Cultivated a compassionate approach to support individuals in need.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC05-2011
Diploma - LPN
Gaston College
Dallas, North Carolina, NC08-2008
Skills
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Payroll
- Scheduling
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient discharge
- Team coordination
- Chart audits
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atrium-Lincoln
04.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lincoln Nursing Center
06.2009 - 04.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Catawba Valley Community College
Diploma - LPN
Gaston College