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Sara Brainerd

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Obtain APRN position in primary care setting to promote health and wellness to the adult population. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

APRN

Optum Long-term care NP
11.2021 - Current
  • Manage complex chronic illnesses in long-term care patients including HTN, CHF, DM, CKD, and anemia
  • Treat acute illnesses and common infections
  • Order and analyze common labs and imaging
  • Coordinate and refer to appropriate consulting services.

RN

IU Health Physicians, Cardiology
10.2012 - 11.2021
  • Office triage nursing
  • Assess critical symptoms and work with prescribers to coordinate care
  • Managed patients in anticoagulation clinic.

RN

PCU Floor, CHE Coronary Care Unit & The Indiana Heart Hospital
02.2010 - 06.2016
  • Assess coronary patients for post-surgical complications or changes from base line
  • Communicate effectively with physicians, prescribers and team to provide exceptional care
  • Delegate appropriate role responsibilities
  • Assist in evaluating effectiveness of treatment and care plan
  • Manage care during shift; implement new orders and nursing protocols when necessary.

LPN

PCU Floor, The Indiana Heart Hospital
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Safely administered medications to eight patients throughout the day; administered IV medications when due
  • Assisted with admitting new patients to floor; started IV’s, and put in new orders from MD
  • Performed skills such as dressing changes, EKG’s, inserting foley catheters, and chest tube care
  • Maintained accuracy and confidentiality when charting.

LPN

Seasons Behavioral Care, CHE
09.2008 - 04.2009
  • Safely administered medications when due
  • Provided basic care and ADL needs to acutely ill geriatric patients with psychosocial barriers
  • Worked with unit team to ensure patient safety; carried out delegated tasks by unit RN
  • Led therapeutic groups/activities centered on the needs of the patients.

Case Manager

Gallahue Mental Health
06.1999 - 08.2008
  • Worked with severely- mentally ill population to improve their functioning in the community and at home
  • Participated in strength-based, recovery-focused model to assist clients with building confidence and independence
  • Facilitated and advocated for clients while accessing community resources and government benefits
  • Worked with multi-disciplinary team in evaluating client safety and need for more intensive treatment.

Education

Masters in nursing, Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner -

Indiana University Purdue University
Indianapolis, IN
05.2021

ASN degree -

Ivy Tech State College
Columbus, IN
12.2009

Practical Nursing degree -

Ivy Tech State College
Indianapolis, IN
08.2008

B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology -

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
05.1999

Skills

Friendly, Positive Attitude

Teamwork and Collaboration

Strive to improve patient's quality of life

Problem-Solving

Certification

  • AANP Certification, 06/21
  • BLS and ACLS certified
  • Working towards hospice and palliative care certification

Affiliations

  • Member of Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA)
  • Member of Coalition for Advanced Practice Nurses (CAPNI)
  • Member of American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
  • Member of AMDA

Timeline

APRN

Optum Long-term care NP
11.2021 - Current

RN

IU Health Physicians, Cardiology
10.2012 - 11.2021

RN

PCU Floor, CHE Coronary Care Unit & The Indiana Heart Hospital
02.2010 - 06.2016

LPN

PCU Floor, The Indiana Heart Hospital
01.2009 - 12.2009

LPN

Seasons Behavioral Care, CHE
09.2008 - 04.2009

Case Manager

Gallahue Mental Health
06.1999 - 08.2008

ASN degree -

Ivy Tech State College

Practical Nursing degree -

Ivy Tech State College

B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology -

Indiana University

Masters in nursing, Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner -

Indiana University Purdue University

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