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Linda Sarne

Essentia Hospice,
McGregor,MN
25
years of professional experience

Compassionate RN with expertise in patient education, medication administration, and care plan development. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Management history including staffing schedules, updating regulatory manuals and yearly clinic budgeting.

This position is ideal for my experience in nursing. I have always had a passion for the elderly and end of life population. I worked as a nurse's aide before nursing school. I know the McGregor community and live within 20 minutes of the facility. I know I could be an asset to your community.

Work History

RN

1 Year 1 Month
Essentia Hospice, | 07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely intervention.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and support.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication usage, and end-of-life care options.

RN Charge Nurse

8 Months
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc. | 04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Monitored patients' vital signs, identifying changes in condition and escalating care as needed.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs, identifying changes in condition and escalating care. Monitored outpatient hemodialysis from start to end of treatments.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment plans, fostering understanding and adherence to healthcare guidelines.
  • Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
  • Also worked as Nurse Manager in this clinic from 1996 to 2001. This position included staffing, budgeting and clinic reporting to upper management.

RN Consultant

16 Years 10 Months
United Healthcare | 01.2001 - 11.2017

Reviewed medical and surgical appeals using company policy and procedure as well as governmental regulatory criteria for the insurance process.

Referred appeals to MD in the case of negative outcomes. Rationale included in referral to MD.

Patient advocacy was an initial consideration as evidenced by using all available research regarding the individual appeal.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Laramie County Community College | Cheyenne, WY

Skills

IV medication administration
Medication management
Vaccine administration
Direct patient care
Documentation management
Patient education
Family advocacy
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Care planning
Staff leadership
Patient intake
Compassion and empathy

Timeline

RN

Essentia Hospice,
07.2024 - 08.2025Read More

RN Charge Nurse

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
04.2023 - 12.2023Read More

RN Consultant

United Healthcare
01.2001 - 11.2017Read More

Laramie County Community College

Associate of Science from Nursing
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Linda Sarne