Sara Dodson
Summary
Adept at leveraging clinical judgment and telemetry monitoring to enhance patient safety, my tenure at Roper St. Francis Hospital showcases a track record of reducing post-surgery complications and ensuring efficient, compassionate care. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex patient cases with a focus on achieving significant outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Roper St. Francis Hospital
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmia, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for patients transitioning to hospice or palliative settings, ensuring comfort, dignity, and support for both patients and their families.
Patient Care Technician
Roper St. Francis Hospital
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC05.2023
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Patient Safety
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Roper St. Francis Hospital
07.2023 - 05.2024
Patient Care Technician
Roper St. Francis Hospital
06.2022 - 06.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trident Technical College
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