Sandra Militello
Registered Nurse
Oxford,United States
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a 20-year progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in multi-specialty settings (PCU, critical care, emergency room, infusion, telephonic case management, home health and office nursing). Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Proven leader when working to unite and guide nursing teams toward achieving care goals, improving patient satisfaction and adapting to continuous health system changes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates
Work History
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
UF Health The Villages Hospital
The Villages, FL
11.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed care of 4-5 patients from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Chaired ER's Process Improvement Council and participated in Pharmacy Council to achieve higher standards of patient care.
Telephonic Nurse Case Manager, Work at Home
Humana
St. Petersburg, FL
04.2013 - 03.2017
- Evaluated patients referred for case management to determine physical, mental, financial and psychosocial status by utilizing comprehensive, standardized criteria to identify existing and potential needs
- Collaborated with other health care professionals regarding plan of care and variances in plan implementation to achieve outcomes.
- Documented calls according to Humana Work-At-Home policies for use in performance measurement and business progress tracking.
- Performed independent research to solve complex issues, employing resources such as consulting with other nurse care managers and contacting agencies.
Home Health Nurse, Part-time
Nurse On Call Home Health Agency
Clearwater, FL
04.2013 - 08.2013
- Performed physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit (Cardiac)
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
Clearwater, FL
11.2008 - 02.2013
- Managed care of 1-3 critically-ill patients from admission to discharge.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, sepsis management, cardio-pulmonary arrest and stroke management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Participated in CCU departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
Infusion Nurse, Part-time
Arthritis And Rheumatism Associates
Clearwater, FL
09.2011 - 11.2012
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and medication workshops.
- Administered IV fluids and medications through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for patients suffering from arthritis, lupus, iron-deficiency anemia and Crohn's disease.
Staff Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Bayfront Health
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2002 - 10.2008
- Managed care of 4-6 patients from admission to discharge.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pre- and post- cardiac cath and pre-and post open heart care and other conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ateneo De Zamboanga University
Philippines 06.1995 - 03.1999
Skills
Case management
High level of autonomy
Relationship building
Precepting
Critical care
Fluent in English
Strong clinical judgment
Home care
EMR / EHR
Shared governance
Care Coordination
Professional bedside manner
Time management
Strong work ethic
Excellent communication
Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
06-2022
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
06-2021
BLS - Basic Life Support
06-2021
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
UF Health The Villages Hospital
11.2017 - 12.2020
Telephonic Nurse Case Manager, Work at Home
Humana
04.2013 - 03.2017
Home Health Nurse, Part-time
Nurse On Call Home Health Agency
04.2013 - 08.2013
Infusion Nurse, Part-time
Arthritis And Rheumatism Associates
09.2011 - 11.2012
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit (Cardiac)
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
11.2008 - 02.2013
Staff Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Bayfront Health
08.2002 - 10.2008
Multistate Registered Nurse - RN9192506
08-2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ateneo De Zamboanga University
06.1995 - 03.1999
Awards and Honors
Graduated cum laude
12th placer Philippine National Board Exam
Hospital-Based Councils
Chairman, The Villages ER Process Improvement Council
Member, Pharmacy Council
Awards and Honors
Graduated cum laude
12th placer Philippine National Board Exam
Hospital-Based Councils
Chairman, The Villages ER Process Improvement Council
Member, Pharmacy Council
Awards and Honors
Graduated cum laude
12th placer Philippine National Board Exam
Hospital-Based Councils
Chairman, The Villages ER Process Improvement Council
Member, Pharmacy Council
Awards and Honors
Graduated cum laude
12th placer Philippine National Board Exam
Hospital-Based Councils
Chairman, The Villages ER Process Improvement Council
Member, Pharmacy Council
Awards and Honors
Graduated cum laude
12th placer Philippine National Board Exam
Hospital-Based Councils
Chairman, The Villages ER Process Improvement Council
Member, Pharmacy Council
Awards and Honors
Graduated cum laude - March 1999
12th placer Philippine National Board Exam -Nov. 1999
Hospital-Based Councils
2020 - Chairman, The Villages ER Process Improvement Council
2020 - Member, Pharmacy Council