Sara Gifford
Pleasant Hill,MO
Summary
Highly motivated registered nurse with extensive experience in the healthcare setting and working with a variety of healthcare professionals and patients looking for an opportunity to thrive in a medical sales position
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU
Centerpoint Medical Center
Independence, MO
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Pleasant Hill Animal Clinic
Pleasant Hill, MO
06.2013 - 07.2020
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Avila University
Kansas City, MO05.2021
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO07.2016
Some College (No Degree) -
Missouri State University
Springfield, MOSkills
- Knowledge of medical equipment and products
- Strong communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Ability to adapt
- Aptitude for developing new skills and learning
Volunteer
- Pleasant Hill Animal Shelter
- Walking dogs, providing food and water, socializing cats and dogs
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Certified to Administer Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Cardiac Impella Certified
- Therapeutic Hypothermia Trained
- Open Heart RN
- Trauma Nursing Core Certified (TNCC)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
Centerpoint Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Pleasant Hill Animal Clinic
06.2013 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Avila University
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
Some College (No Degree) -
Missouri State University
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