Sara Ecton
Lexington,KY
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with a strong clinical background, exceptional interpersonal skills, and technical expertise. Proficient in EMR charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient care and support. Dedicated leader prioritizing quality and efficiency in healthcare delivery.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Lexington
06.2013 - Current
- Clinical knowledge and proficiency in nursing skills
- Demonstrated ability to access and advocate for patient needs, implement nursing care plans, and maintain patient records utilizing computer charting methods
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with experience in collaborating with the interdisciplinary team for efficient patient care, as well as acting as a charge nurse on my unit
- Experience working in various units including: medical/surgical, oncology, palliative/hospice services, women's health, and maternity services.
- 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.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Registered Nurse
Bluegrass Care Navigators
06.2017 - 12.2019
- Providing continuous and precise assessment of patients' pain and comfort levels
- Educating the patient and the family to ensure that they understand the dying process
- Maintaining comfort and quality of life, and altered physicians about changes in patients' condition
- Communicated all pertinent information and evaluations through clear and concise documentation.
Unit Secretary
Central Baptist Hospital
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Entering patient information into the computerized charting system, along with various medical orders written by physicians
- Communicating with patients, families, nurses, and physicians
- Facilitating in keeping the unit to move efficiently and in working order.
Teller Supervisor I
PNC Bank
04.2010 - 08.2011
- Guiding in training and development of branch staff
- Leading branch staff in safety regulations and audit procedures
- Developing customer relationships, and being a leader in customer service
- Coordinating scheduling, and the overall direct transaction activities of branch
- Proficiently manage all cash activities for the branch.
Education
Master of Science- Family Nurse Practitioner -
NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Highland Heights, KY08.2026
Bachelor of Science- Nursing -
Murray State University
Murray, KY12.2014
Associate of Applied Science- Nursing -
MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY
Morehead, KY05.2013
Bachelor of Arts- General Studies in Business and Technology -
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Richmond, KY12.2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Care Plan Development
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Family Education
- Precepting
- Team Coordination
- High level of autonomy
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Kentucky, 2013 - present
- Certified Registered Nurse (RNC-MNN), 06/2018 - present
- BLS Certification, American Heart Association, 07/26
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, 08/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bluegrass Care Navigators
06.2017 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Lexington
06.2013 - Current
Unit Secretary
Central Baptist Hospital
08.2011 - 06.2013
Teller Supervisor I
PNC Bank
04.2010 - 08.2011
Master of Science- Family Nurse Practitioner -
NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science- Nursing -
Murray State University
Associate of Applied Science- Nursing -
MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts- General Studies in Business and Technology -
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
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