Sarah Watts BSN, RN, C-FMC, SANE
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families of diverse populations through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem RN, Labor and Delivery
New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Accurately interpret electronic fetal monitoring tracings and intervene with appropriate measures when needed
- Deliver patient education on potential risks, medication side effects, and surgical procedures
- Provide patient centered care to women including prepping for epidurals, medication administration, physical examinations, and vital signs monitoring
Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jacobi Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
- Managed a team of 8+ plus nurses, provided ongoing mentorship and support to drive professional development, and established a work culture centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Delegated assignments and provided supervision for the staff in accordance with their level of training
- Collaborated with providers to ensure the quality of patient care
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jacobi Medical Center
05.2021 - Current
- Manages care of high risk OB and antepartum patients in triage, labor and delivery, post partum, operating room and recovery room settings
- Demonstrates and educates parents how to safely care for newborns
- Monitors, records, and communicates patient conditions as appropriate utilizing EPIC software documentation system
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration to develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Registered Nurse, COVID-19 Testing Clinic
Affiliated Physicians
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately assessing and monitoring vital signs, implementing hygiene measures, and administering medications.
- Effectively screened patients for COVID-19, Influenza and Monkey Pox and safely administered all vaccines either subcutaneously, intradermal, or intramuscularly.
- Administrated vaccines to populations ranging in age from 6 months to senior citizens throughout the five boroughs
Registered Nurse
MedRite Urgent Care
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered COVID vaccines, as well as provided education, to eligible clients in partnership with the Department of Education as well as in a home setting
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Direct Support Professional
Special Citizens Future Unlimited
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Promoted independence, self esteem, and community integration in the clients
- Reinforced target goals and outcomes according to the specific individual
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University Brooklyn
Brooklyn NY05.2020
Skills
- Postpartum, Newborn, Preeclampsia, and Preterm Labor Care
- Breastfeeding, Labor, and Cesarean section/ recovery Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- IV Insertion
- Gestational diabetes and Group B Strep management
- Epidural assistance
- Obstetric emergencies and Postpartum hemorrhage prevention
- Student Precepting
- Equipment/ Instrument Sterilization
- Surgical Assistance, circulating and scrubbing
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse , New York 2023-2025
- C-FMC ( Fetal Monitoring Credentialing) The perinatal quality foundation April 2023-April 2026
- Sexual Assault Forensic/ Nurse Examiner (SAFE/SANE). August 2023- Present
- ACLS, BLS, and NRP American Heart Association 2022-2024
Professional Affiliations
Chi Eta Phi Sorority Inc., Dean of Membership June 2023-Present
Beta Sponsor May 2021 - June 2023
NYSNA , Member May 2021- Present
Greater NYC Black Nurses Association , Member Jan 2019- Present
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Per Diem RN, Labor and Delivery
New York Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jacobi Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
MedRite Urgent Care
08.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jacobi Medical Center
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, COVID-19 Testing Clinic
Affiliated Physicians
01.2021 - 04.2023
Direct Support Professional
Special Citizens Future Unlimited
01.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University Brooklyn
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