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Sara Gerstenberger

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 18 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Promoting exemplary leadership, delegation and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Resource Nurse

Central Iowa VA
06.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing evidence-based clinical protocols.
  • Enhanced communication among interdisciplinary teams, providing clear and concise hand-off reports.
  • Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency, evaluating and revising workflows as needed.
  • Increased staff competency with ongoing education and training sessions, tailored to individual needs.
  • Provided mentorship to new nurses, facilitating their transition into the clinical setting with confidence and competence.

RN Case Manager

Central Iowa VA
03.2020 - 06.2023
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
  • Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
  • Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Immanuel Pathways
08.2017 - 03.2020
  • Created customized care plans, working with staff and families to assess and meet individual needs
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees
  • Assisted with caring for specific patients by utilizing excellent clinical skills and judgment
  • Supervised team of 15 CNA’s and nurses

Registered Nurse Case Manager

UnityPoint at Home
12.2012 - 08.2017
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed
  • Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches, reducing burden on hospital resources
  • Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for at-risk patients
  • Thorougly assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken

Registered Nurse

Mercy Medical Center
05.2005 - 12.2012
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions

Education

BSN - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
12.2023

ASN - Nursing

Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
02.2005

Skills

  • Nursing staff management
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Timeline

Clinical Resource Nurse

Central Iowa VA
06.2023 - Current

RN Case Manager

Central Iowa VA
03.2020 - 06.2023

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Immanuel Pathways
08.2017 - 03.2020

Registered Nurse Case Manager

UnityPoint at Home
12.2012 - 08.2017

Registered Nurse

Mercy Medical Center
05.2005 - 12.2012

BSN - Nursing

Chamberlain University

ASN - Nursing

Mercy College of Health Sciences

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