Sabrina Walker
Four Oaks,NC
Summary
Highly motivated, compassionate and hardworking Registered Nurse with experience delivering exceptional patient care in outpatient settings. Thrives in both fast-paced team environments and independently. Driven by a passion to make a positive impact on the health and individual needs of every patient.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Care Transition Registered Nurse
04.2024 - Current
- Evaluation of patient hospital record including obtaining necessary records not available in the EHR
- Coordination with hospitals and health plan management before and after discharge
- Provides ongoing communication with patients post-discharge regarding care by phone, secure message, or other asynchronous non-face-to-face consultation methods
- Assessment of patients for acute care needs or medical complications
- Medication Reconciliation
- Provision of care coordination services for complex patients as needed, including home health, DME, transportation, Behavioral Health, and linkages with community resources
- Provision of timely hospital follow up appointments
- Participation in regularly scheduled strategy meetings
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
- Triage patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for high-risk or complex patients.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering necessary information for accurate decision making.
- Promoted a seamless healthcare experience for patients by coordinating appointments, referrals, and follow-ups as needed.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
Registered Nurse, Pre-OP/PACU (Part-time)
USPI-Tresanti Surgical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Perform patient admission, including but not limited to: review of medical history, medication reconciliation, allergies, acquisition of appropriate consents, vital signs, starting IV, administering medications, and applying appropriate monitors.
- Assess and monitor patient throughout phases of care (pre/post-procedure).
- Monitor patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Accurately document treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Perform pre/post-procedure phone calls.
- Explain course of care, medication side effects, and discharge instructions to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse (Full-time)
Covenant Physician Partners (Endoscopy ASC)
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Perform patient admission, including but not limited to: review of medical history, medication reconciliation, allergies, acquisition of appropriate consents, vital signs, starting IV, administering medications, and applying appropriate monitors.
- Assess and monitor patient throughout all phases of care (pre,intra, and post-procedure).
- Perform Conscious Sedation and assist in relieving patients apprehension before and during administration of IV sedation or anesthesia.
- Monitor patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Accurately document treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Assist physician during endoscopy procedures while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
- Perform pre/post-procedure phone calls.
- Explain course of care, medication side effects, and discharge instructions to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Prepare instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedure.
Medical Assistant (Full-time)
UNC Rex Healthcare
09.2014 - 07.2018
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Advised patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, per providers orders.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Medical Assistant (Full-time)
WakeMed Health &Hospitals
08.2008 - 09.2014
- Provided excellent customer service and received multiple awards and acknowledgements over course of employment.
- Obtained client medical and surgical history, medication/medication reconciliation, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures (suture setup/removal, pelvic exams, pap smears, pelvic ultrasound, I&D, lumbar puncture, staple setup/removal etc.).
- Accurately documented vital signs, health/surgical history, medications, allergies, symptoms/concerns, and results (diagnostic, labs etc.) in timely manner.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Administered medications via oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new employees in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza, and other illnesses of concern.
- Collected samples such as blood, urine, stool, sputum, and STI specimens; label properly and transferring to laboratory for testing.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of urinary catheters, EKG, cardiac monitors (24hr Holter, Zio patch, 30-day event etc.).
- Maintained patient flow in fast-paced departments with high patient volume (Emergency Dept., OB/GYN clinic, Pre-op).
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
- Applied and educated patient regarding orthopedic devices such as orthoglass/plaster splints, knee immobilizers, crutches, air splints, ace wraps, slings.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures (1hr glucose testing, OB labs etc.) and watched for adverse reactions.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant (Full-time)
Albemarle Hospital
10.2005 - 08.2008
- Provided excellent customer service and received multiple awards and acknowledgements over course of employment.
- Assisted physicians with clinical procedures (suture setup/removal, pelvic exams, pap smears, pelvic ultrasound, I&D, lumbar puncture, staple setup/removal etc.).
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Trained new employees in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collected samples such as blood, urine, stool, sputum, and STI specimens; label properly and transferring to laboratory for testing.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of urinary catheters, EKG, cardiac monitors (24hr Holter, Zio patch, 30-day event etc.).
- Maintained patient flow in fast-paced Emergency Department with high patient volume.
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
- Applied and educated patients regarding orthopedic devices such as orthoglass/plaster splints, knee immobilizers, crutches, air splints, ace wraps, slings.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels and prepared patient for HCP examination.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Cleaned, maintained and restocked treatment areas.
- Applied restraints per provider orders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM04.2022
Skills
- EHR Software (eg, Epic, GMed)
- Accurate Documentation
- Detail-Oriented
- Excellent Verbal/Written/Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Exceptional Time Management/Organizational Skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Education
- Critical Thinking
- Proactive
- Excellent IV Skills
- Conscious Sedation Administration
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Telephone Triage
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse (California #95302846) - 2024-2026
- AHA BLS Provider-1/11/2024-1/31/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Care Transition Registered Nurse
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pre-OP/PACU (Part-time)
USPI-Tresanti Surgical Center
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse (Full-time)
Covenant Physician Partners (Endoscopy ASC)
11.2022 - 05.2023
Medical Assistant (Full-time)
UNC Rex Healthcare
09.2014 - 07.2018
Medical Assistant (Full-time)
WakeMed Health &Hospitals
08.2008 - 09.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant (Full-time)
Albemarle Hospital
10.2005 - 08.2008
- Licensed Registered Nurse (California #95302846) - 2024-2026
- AHA BLS Provider-1/11/2024-1/31/2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
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