Sabrina Francois
Miami
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in neurological nursing. Adept at delivering patient care with focus on collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability and reliability, ensuring seamless response to dynamic clinical needs. Proficient in patient assessment and interdisciplinary teamwork, valued for professionalism and efficiency.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Patient-oriented Nurse with over 10 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise within varies specialty from surgical ICU, trauma ICU and various step down units
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro Unit RN
Gulf Coast Medical Center
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in high-acuity neuro unit.
- Coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on neurological conditions and post-discharge instructions.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and their loved ones during challenging times, fostering trust and strong rapport.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve patient safety and quality of care.
- Assisted in conducting neurological assessments to determine patient needs and progress.
- Developed and maintained accurate documentation for compliance with regulatory standards.
- Skillfully operated specialized equipment such as ventilators, intracranial pressure monitors, and external ventricular drains to provide continuous support for patients.
RN- Cardiovascular PCU
Lee Memorial Hospital
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals, ensuring compliance with care standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting self-care practices.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans based on evolving medical needs.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in patient records management.
RN Heart and Lung Transplant Unit
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to safety and health regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly identifying changes in patient conditions for immediate intervention.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and compliance.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of patient histories and treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, driving improvements in care delivery across the unit.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
RN Surgical PCU
U of L Mary Elizabeth Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, responding promptly to changes in health status.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.c
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
RN
Norton Hospital
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through coordinated care strategies.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Developed and implemented patient education programs to promote health literacy and self-management.
RN - PCU / Stepdown
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Number of Hospital Beds: 182
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Trauma Level: Level III
- Agency Name: AMN
- Job Type: Travel
RN - PCU / Stepdown
McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Responsibilities: Facility type : general medical and surgical facility
- Agency Name: AMN
- Job Type: Travel
Registered Nurse, SICU
Renown Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered intensive care treatments for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and patient status, promptly identifying changes requiring immediate intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding of recovery processes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and care efficiency in SICU setting.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to assess patient conditions, ensuring timely response to emergencies.
- Led shifts in high-pressure environments, coordinating team efforts to deliver optimal patient outcomes consistently.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while functioning as a charge nurse on multiple occasions, managing staff assignments and overseeing unit operations during shifts.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current nursing practices within the unit by participating in continuous quality improvement efforts, identifying areas for potential change or enhancement.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care plans and interventions in the SICU.
- Ensured continuity of care during shift changes through accurate handoff reporting between nurses on duty.
- Served as a resource for other healthcare professionals within the hospital regarding specialized knowledge related to surgical intensive care nursing practices.
- Implemented advanced life support measures for critically ill patients requiring immediate intervention such as intubation or CPR administration when necessary.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment like ventilators, infusion pumps, and hemodynamic monitors for constant assessment of patient''s condition and necessary interventions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, occupational therapists to develop comprehensive patient treatment plans collaboratively.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to post surgical critical patients.
RN - PCU / Stepdown
Aurora Medical Center
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Number of Hospital Beds: 346
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Trauma Level: Level I
- Responsibilities: Facility type : short-term acute care
- Agency Name: Host Healthcare
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
Oviedo Medical Center - HCA Florida Healthcare
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Number of Hospital Beds: 64
- Computer Charting System: MEDITECH
- Trauma Level: Level I
- Responsibilities: Facility type: short-term acute care
- Agency Name: Host Healthcare
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
Lee Health General
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Trauma Level: Level II
- Responsibilities: Facility type: General acute care hospital
- Agency Name: Snap Nurse
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
Jefferson Methodist Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Units Floated To: PCU / Stepdown
- Number of Hospital Beds: 937
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Trauma Level: Level I
- Responsibilities: Facility type: short-term acute care
- Agency Name: Host Healthcare
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
Anklope Valley Hospital- HCAI
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Units Floated To: PCU / Stepdown
- Number of Hospital Beds: 420
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Trauma Level: Level II
- Responsibilities: Facility Type: General Acute Care Hospital
- Agency Name: Snap Nurse
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
Mount Siani Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2021
- Units Floated To: PCU / Stepdown
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Responsibilities: Type of Facility: Short-Term Acute Care
- Closely monitor patients, noting specific procedures and prescribed medications for each case.
- Assisting doctors in providing physical assessments and administering treatments Monitoring vital signs.
- Deliver regular updates to doctors, patients, and their family members
- Ensuring the proper functions of feeding tubes, ventilators, catheters, and other life support equipment.
- Agency Name: Snap Nurse
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
Providence -East Campus
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Units Floated To: PCU / Stepdown
- Number of Hospital Beds: 110
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Trauma Level: Level III
- Responsibilities: Facility type: short-term acute care
- Agency Name: Krucial Staffing
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
WellStar
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Units Floated To: PCU / Stepdown
- Number of Hospital Beds: 762
- Computer Charting System: Cerner
- Trauma Level: Level I
- Responsibilities: Type of Facility: Short-Term Acute Care
- Agency Name: Host Healthcare
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
University of New Mexico Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Units Floated To: PCU / Stepdown
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Trauma Level: Level I
- Responsibilities: Facility Type: Public teaching hospital
- Agency Name: Host Healthcare
- Job Type: Travel
RN - ICU
University of Maryland Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Units Floated To: PCU / Stepdown
- Computer Charting System: Epic
- Teaching Facility: Yes
- Agency Name: Tele Med
- Job Type: Travel
RN Trauma Intensive Care Unit
Jackson Memorial Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2020
- A reliable, ethical healthcare provider with the ability to stay calm and intervene during crises facilitates groups and educational seminars and collaborates on multidisciplinary teams.
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical professionals
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by the patients responses and conditions. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses by providing guidance on clinical procedures and patient interaction techniques.
- Streamlined patient admissions process, improving workflow efficiency within department operations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
Education
Bachelor Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
12.2022
Associate Degree - Nursing
Carleen Health Institute
11.2014
Bachelors of Information Science - Information Science
American InterContinental University
Weston, FL11-2004
Skills
- A Registered Nurse with more than 10 years of PCU and ICU experience, including 5 years of travel experience
- She has a commendable working experience in facilities with 600 beds and trauma level I II and III
- Is skilled with Critical care experience IV Insertion and phlebotomy skill Conscious sedation
- Have experience in Pre-Post Cardiac Cath-Intervention
- Central line management, Titrate Cardiac, and Vasoactive drips EVD
- Cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, physiological support through pharmacological intervention
- Neurological assessment
- Traumatic brain injury care
- Seizure management
- Ventilator management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Am a FL-licensed, AHA BLS, AHA ACLS , NIHSS Certified Registered Nurse
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
Certification
- RN, State of Florida (Compact) - RN 9377670 Expiration Date: 2025-04-30
- NIHSS Expiration Date: 2024-05-31
- BLS - AHA Expiration Date: 2025-03-31
- ACLS - AHA Expiration Date: 2025-03-31
Timeline
Neuro Unit RN
Gulf Coast Medical Center
06.2025 - 09.2025
RN- Cardiovascular PCU
Lee Memorial Hospital
04.2025 - 05.2025
RN Heart and Lung Transplant Unit
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
06.2024 - 04.2025
RN Surgical PCU
U of L Mary Elizabeth Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
RN
Norton Hospital
12.2023 - 02.2024
RN - PCU / Stepdown
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
RN - PCU / Stepdown
McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, SICU
Renown Regional Medical Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
RN - PCU / Stepdown
Aurora Medical Center
11.2021 - 02.2022
RN - ICU
Oviedo Medical Center - HCA Florida Healthcare
10.2021 - 10.2021
RN - ICU
Lee Health General
08.2021 - 09.2021
RN - ICU
Jefferson Methodist Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2021
RN - ICU
Anklope Valley Hospital- HCAI
02.2021 - 03.2021
RN - ICU
Mount Siani Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2021
RN - ICU
Providence -East Campus
11.2020 - 12.2020
RN - ICU
WellStar
10.2020 - 11.2020
RN - ICU
University of New Mexico Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
RN - ICU
University of Maryland Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2020
RN Trauma Intensive Care Unit
Jackson Memorial Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing
Carleen Health Institute
Bachelor Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Bachelors of Information Science - Information Science
American InterContinental University
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