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Sandra Overby-Cooper

Summary

Returning to nursing after a brief break (5 months), eager to reignite passion for the profession and make a meaningful contribution to both the field of nursing and the community. Deep understanding of the science and art of nursing, approaching patient care with a friendly, thoughtful, and considerate demeanor. Professional RN with great satisfaction in working with people and being a strong advocate for patients, families, and the team. Experience in patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Leveraging medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions while adhering to healthcare protocols and delivering compassionate care. Emphasizing team collaboration, striving for optimal patient outcomes in dynamic environments. Expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to providing efficient and compassionate care.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Registered Nurse

Multicare Health Systems
01.1977 - 09.2024
  • 25 years in Tacoma General (TG) Hospital Emergency Department -1980-2005
  • Staff RN
  • ED Care Manager 2005-2010
  • Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDI) 2010-2015
  • Consulting Nurse (Telephone-assessment-triage)1990-2010
  • Transfer Center RN 2015-2020
  • Post -Anesthesia Recovery Unit (PACU) 2019-2024
  • Home Infusion Nurse for Eversana 2016-2025
  • TG/AH Hospital Supervisor for 12 years 2009-2020
  • Tacoma Community College Nursing Professor 2005-2025

Infusion Nurse

Dohman /Eversana
01.2016 - 01.2024

Weekly Home visits.

Full patient assessments

Accesses Ports

Started PIV

Reconstituted medications

Infused through IV line

Nursing Professor

Tacoma Community College School of Nursing
01.2000 - 01.2024
  • 20 years as a Clinical Nursing Professor

Education

Master of Nursing Degree -

University of Washington
01.2005

Bachelor of Nursing Degree -

University Of Washington
01.2001

Diploma Degree -

Tacoma General School of Nursing
01.1977

Skills

  • Human body full assessment
  • Knowledge of anatomy
  • Knowledge of physiology
  • Critical thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Vital sign measurements
  • IV therapy skills
  • Accessing central line-Port access
  • PIV starts
  • Medication administrations
  • Respiratory care
  • Clear communication
  • Comprehensive communication
  • Timely communication
  • Patient care
  • Kindness
  • Caring
  • Teamwork
  • Patient placement
  • Continuum of care
  • Discharge planning
  • Integrated practice

Employment Goals

  • Looking forward to returning to nursing after a brief break (5 months).
  • Miss nursing and have more to give to the profession and community.
  • Bring professional integrity that supports evidence-based nursing care.
  • Looking for per diem positions; flexible days and hours are agreeable.
  • Healthy, responsible for honorable attendance.
  • Easy to get along with; educator and mentor to team members.
  • Belief in clear, concise timely communication to resolve misunderstandings.
  • Focus on providing the best, safest, timely, and cost-efficient care to patients.

Past Employers

  • Multicare Health Systems (MHS), Tacoma, WA, 09/01/77 - 09/30/24
  • Tacoma Community College School of Nursing, 09/01/00 - 09/30/24
  • Dohman / Eversana / Infusion Nurse, 09/01/16 - 09/30/24

Timeline

Infusion Nurse

Dohman /Eversana
01.2016 - 01.2024

Nursing Professor

Tacoma Community College School of Nursing
01.2000 - 01.2024

Professional Registered Nurse

Multicare Health Systems
01.1977 - 09.2024

Master of Nursing Degree -

University of Washington

Bachelor of Nursing Degree -

University Of Washington

Diploma Degree -

Tacoma General School of Nursing
Sandra Overby-Cooper