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Sara Blackner

Lakeland,Florida

Summary

A highly competent, dedicated, and compassionate ER nurse regarded for working in a high acuity, Level II Trauma setting in a busy Emergency Department. Consistently provides high-quality care to patients with diverse medical conditions to include trauma, accidents, infections, sepsis, medical, surgical, cardiac, and neurosurgical patients. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Respected for the ability to immediately assess severity, triage, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize care. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Possesses a BSN qualification in nursing and currently focused on earning a Masters Degree in adult primary care. Aiming to leverage my experience and knowledge to effectively fill the CDIS nursing position with Lakeland Regional Health.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

REGISTERED NURSE- TRIAGE NURSE

Lakeland Regional Health
01.2016 - Current
  • Triage patients and determine priority of care based on physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Perform comprehensive age specific assessments
  • Closely monitor patients to identify signs of deterioration and other life-threatening complications
  • Able to be flexible with my assignment to suit the needs of the department
  • Simultaneously serve as a lead health care provider and clinical resource for other colleagues
  • Acted as a team leader, assisting management with the demands and the flow of the department.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Increased efficiency in emergency departments by effectively managing patient flow and allocating resources based on urgency levels.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

REGISTERED NURSE- TRAUMA/CRITICAL CARE NURSE

Lakeland Regional Health
01.2006 - 01.2016
  • Administered life-saving medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
  • Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE, and using strong infection control procedures.
  • Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.

Education

BSN in Nursing -

POLK STATE COLLEGE
01.2022

ADN in Nursing -

POLK STATE COLLEGE
01.2006

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care of the Critically Ill
  • Large Bore IV Therapy
  • Physical Assessments with a Strong Attention to Detail
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Team lead
  • Delegation
  • Cultural Competence
  • Precepting
  • Stress Management
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS

Timeline

REGISTERED NURSE- TRIAGE NURSE

Lakeland Regional Health
01.2016 - Current

REGISTERED NURSE- TRAUMA/CRITICAL CARE NURSE

Lakeland Regional Health
01.2006 - 01.2016

BSN in Nursing -

POLK STATE COLLEGE

ADN in Nursing -

POLK STATE COLLEGE

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