Sandra Graham
Greenfield
Summary
Dedicated practitioner with expertise in direct patient care and mental health nursing. Committed to patient education and individualized care plans, ensuring safety and optimal recovery outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Community Medical Services
2020.10 - Current
- Administered methadone and other prescribed medications to support patient recovery in outpatient opioid treatment program.
- Executed comprehensive patient assessments to identify opioid withdrawal symptoms and adverse medication reactions.
- Oversaw patient progress in treatment and communicated clinical concerns to providers and interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Conduct nursing assessments, obtain vital signs, perform urine drug screening, and collect laboratory specimens.
- Provide patient education regarding opioid use disorder, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), overdose prevention, naloxone use, and recovery support.
- Engaged with multidisciplinary teams, including counselors and case managers, to advocate for patient safety and improve compliance with treatment protocols.
Registered Nurse
Hannah Home Health Care
2023.07 - 2025.12
- Conduct comprehensive admission assessments and head-to-toe physical examinations.
- Develop individualized care plans and coordinate services with patients, families, and interdisciplinary providers.
- Provide skilled nursing care including wound care, wound VAC management, PICC line care, TPN administration, medication management, and laboratory collection.
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease management and self-care strategies.
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Alverno College
2022.05 - 2023.05
- Developed and implemented nursing curriculum aligned with accreditation standards.
- Facilitated engaging lectures and hands-on training sessions for diverse student populations.
- Assessed student performance through practical exams and comprehensive evaluations.
- Mentored nursing students, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse (Circulator & PACU)
Great Midwest Medical
2015.10 - 2020.03
- Facilitated sterile environment during surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize workflow and enhance communication among healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient vitals and administered medications, maintaining high standards of care throughout procedures.
- Assisted in the development of pre-operative plans, tailoring approaches to individual patient needs for improved outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI2026-05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI2009-05
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient assessment
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified (PMHNP-BC) Certification Number: 2026039919
- Wisconsin Registered Nurse
- Wisconsin APRN License – Pending
PMHNP Clinical Practicum Experience
PMHNP Clinical Practicum Experience 600 Total Clinical Hours Outpatient Psychiatry Practice – 200 Hours Outpatient Psychiatric Medication Management Practice – 200 Hours Community Medical Services – 200 Hours
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hannah Home Health Care
2023.07 - 2025.12
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Alverno College
2022.05 - 2023.05
Registered Nurse
Community Medical Services
2020.10 - Current
Registered Nurse (Circulator & PACU)
Great Midwest Medical
2015.10 - 2020.03
Master of Science - Nursing
Alverno College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alverno College