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Sandra Wuo

Providence,RI

Summary

Diligent nursing professional, responsive to providing compassionate, high quality, and holistic nursing care to dynamic patient populations. Team-oriented and reliable with clinical judgment, clear verbal, and written communication skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse (Contract Nurse)

Miriam Hospital
Providence, Rhode Island
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided pre-operative and post-operative patient education.
  • Assessed patient condition, ordered laboratory tests, monitored vital signs, and documented changes in patients'
  • Provided care to patients with a variety of gastrointestinal issues including ulcers, GERD, IBD and colorectal cancer.
  • Educated families about endoscopic procedures and treatments available to their loved ones.
  • Monitored anesthesia during endoscopic procedures while assessing vital signs of the patients.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding infection control practices before, during and after endoscopic procedures.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.

Assistant Nurse Manager

Women & Infants Hospital
Providence, RI
09.2022 - 11.2023
  • Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
  • Assisted in the development of policies and procedures for clinical operations.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure continuity of care.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff members.
  • Developed staffing plans to meet patient needs and budget constraints.
  • Monitored daily operations of the nursing department, including budgeting, scheduling, and policy implementation.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to assess patients' progress and develop treatment plans.
  • Performed physical assessments on patients as needed.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff members and patients and families in a professional manner.
  • Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores.
  • Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
  • Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Developed medical programs that promoted community health and research.

Charge RN

Miriam Hospital
Providence, Rhode Island
10.2018 - 02.2022
  • Communicate with supervisors and managers regarding staffing and acuity issues.
  • Supervised the work of nursing personnel, including assigning tasks and evaluating performance.
  • Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures related to nursing care.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated collaboration among clinicians from various disciplines in order to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Acted as a role model by demonstrating professional behavior at all times.
  • Monitored supplies inventory levels, ordered necessary items when needed.
  • Conducted rounds on assigned units on a regular basis.
  • Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
  • Reviewed staffing patterns and census of nursing units, meeting staffing needs and budgetary controls.
  • Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.

Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical Telemetry)

The Miriam Hospital
Providence, RI
10.2018 - 02.2022
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with Hypertension, Crohn's disease, heart failure, diabetes, pancreatitis, asthma, MI, arrhythmias, COPD, pneumonia, and many other conditions.
  • Provide care before and post-cardiac catheterization, endoscopy, biopsies, and pacemaker placements and informed doctor about abnormalities post-op monitor patients on Cardiac Telemetry
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Monitored Vital signs and Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Nursing Assistant

Miriam Hospital
Providence, RI
12.2015 - 07.2018
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs and EKG
  • Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
  • Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
  • Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Direct service worker (Summer Youth Program)

Wrentham Developmental Center
Wrentham, MA
03.2013 - 12.2015
  • Provided direct care to individuals with disabilities in a residential setting.
  • Assisted individuals in accessing community resources, such as recreational activities and medical services.
  • Participated in individualized service planning meetings with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
  • Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
  • Provided assistance in the home environment including meal preparation and light housekeeping.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
  • Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
  • Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities.

Volunteer

Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, Rhode Island
  • Serve meal trays to patients, and stocking units with necessary supplies
  • Greeted visitors cheerfully and answered questions to offer quality customer service
  • Helped organize and implement programs and projects to aid community and individuals.
  • Resolved complaints or issues using strong customer service and engagement skills.
  • Entered data into computer systems, updating records and files with new information.
  • Educated local community residents about available health and wellness resources.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing Administration -

University of Texas Arlington
05.2022

B.S. in Nursing -

Rhode Island College
05.2018

Skills

  • Quality Improvement
  • Compassionate Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Staff Development
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Conflict Management
  • Project Scheduling
  • Patient Care
  • Cardiac Care
  • Excellent Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Hobbies

Photography

Community outreach

Volunterring

Travel

Fashion

Music

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License, Rhode Island Department of Health
  • Registered Nurse License, Massachusetts Department of Health
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Professional Development

  • The Miriam Hospital, Providence, RI, 4 West unit Council, 12/2018, 2022 Research and implement evidence-based practice changes in patient care setting to improve patient outcomes., Discuss unit goals and plan teamwork activities to promote a good working environment., Monthly presentations with cardiac Nurse practitioners to discuss caring for patients with Cardiac related conditions
  • The Miriam Hospital, Providence, RI, Steering Council, 08/2019, 2022, Serve as a liaison for enhancing professional practice and promote clinicians’ contribution to quality outcomes.
  • The Miriam Hospital, Providence, RI, Nursing Stewardship Council, 12/2019, 2022, Provide a forum for charge nurses to have an impact on their practice environment., Collaborate with members who are of varying specialties to create such policy that will support patient-centered care and improve outcomes.

Timeline

Registered Nurse (Contract Nurse)

Miriam Hospital
12.2023 - 03.2024

Assistant Nurse Manager

Women & Infants Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2023

Charge RN

Miriam Hospital
10.2018 - 02.2022

Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical Telemetry)

The Miriam Hospital
10.2018 - 02.2022

Nursing Assistant

Miriam Hospital
12.2015 - 07.2018

Direct service worker (Summer Youth Program)

Wrentham Developmental Center
03.2013 - 12.2015

Volunteer

Rhode Island Hospital

Master of Science in Nursing Administration -

University of Texas Arlington

B.S. in Nursing -

Rhode Island College

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