Sara Guffey
McKinleyville,CA
Summary
Work experience spanning just over eight years in long term care. Specializing with geriatric patients. I have been fortunate to climb the ladder in healthcare gaining perspective as a Nursing Assistant , Vocational Nurse and now as a Registered Nurse. My new goal is to obtain experience in administration, MDS, and Staff development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Seaview Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
Eureka, CA
04.2019 - Current
- Provided wound care, skin care, catheter care and wound vac management. Weekly skin assessments.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seaview Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
Eureka, CA
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs recording intake and output.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Granada Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
Eureka, CA
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Same duties as previously listed under Certified Nursing Assistant at Seaview Rehabilitation and Wellness
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eureka Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
Eureka, CA
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Same duties as previously listed under Certified Nursing Assistant at Seaview Rehabilitation and Wellness
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA06-2024
Vocational Nursing Certificate
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA12-2018
Skills
- Geriatric Care
- Treatment Plan Implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Diabetes Management
- Patient Education
- Workflow Coordination
Relevant Courses Completed
- BLS Provider Current through June 2025
- Completed Medical and Coding Course August 2022
- Completed Wound Care Certification Course July 2022
- Basic Patient Care Course March 2016
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Seaview Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
04.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seaview Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
06.2018 - 04.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Granada Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
11.2016 - 06.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eureka Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
03.2016 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
College of The Redwoods
Vocational Nursing Certificate
College of The Redwoods
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