Sara Corral
Kyle,TX
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
Northern Illinois University Health Sciences
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Assisted with program accreditation efforts by compiling data on student outcomes and providing documentation as needed.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating clinical simulations and real-world scenarios into lesson plans.
- Served as a liaison between the nursing program and clinical sites, establishing partnerships for enhanced student experiences.
- Contributed to the development of a comprehensive nursing curriculum, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and industry best practices.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment that supported diverse learners'' needs while promoting cultural competence.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods such as flipped classrooms, maximizing student engagement and comprehension of complex concepts.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions on evidence-based nursing practices, encouraging critical thinking and application of knowledge.
- Participated in regular faculty meetings to discuss best practices, share resources, and develop strategies for continuous program improvement.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the clinical setting by emphasizing adherence to established protocols and ethical guidelines.
- Mentored and guided students through challenging clinical rotations, offering support and constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing timely feedback and individualized coaching to promote academic success.
ICU Nurse
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
08.2002 - 02.2021
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall ICU operations and patient care delivery systems.
- Continuously expanded clinical knowledge base through participation in educational workshops, seminars, and conferences related to critical care nursing.
- Administered life-saving treatments to critically ill patients, significantly improving patient outcomes.
Clinical Quality Leader
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
04.2013 - 06.2017
- Improved product quality by implementing rigorous testing protocols and identifying areas for improvement.
- Coordinated with engineering teams on critical design reviews, providing valuable input from a quality perspective.
- Facilitated effective communication between departments regarding quality concerns, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
- Managed corrective action plans for identified non-conformances during internal audits, ensuring timely resolution and prevention of recurrence.
- Implemented statistical process control techniques for data-driven decision-making in production processes.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive quality management system, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and best practices.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into existing workflows as part of an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement.
- Championed a proactive approach to risk management within the organization, mitigating potential issues before they impacted product quality or safety.
- Streamlined documentation processes for increased accuracy and efficiency in record-keeping systems.
- Led root cause analysis efforts for significant quality incidents, driving timely resolution and implementing preventative measures.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
- Recorded, analyzed, and distributed statistical information.
- Applied coaching techniques and tools to support managers and team members in improving performance.
Skills
Project leadership
- Quality improvement
- Teaching strategies
- Clinical expertise
- Clinical supervision
- Student evaluation
- Ethical considerations
- Clinical decision making
- Intensive care nursing
- Evidence-based practice
- Mentoring proficiency
- Supervising students
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Professionalism
- Educational leadership
- Professional development
- Adult learning principles
- Program development
- Analytical skills
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
Northern Illinois University Health Sciences
08.2018 - 05.2021
Clinical Quality Leader
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
04.2013 - 06.2017
ICU Nurse
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
08.2002 - 02.2021
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