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Sara Handy

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner candidate with proven expertise in critical and specialty care. Excelled in ventilator operation and diagnostic assessments, alongside fostering team-coordinated care. Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Renowned for mentoring new graduates, embodying leadership and a commitment to health promotion.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse (Specialty Care)

Park Nicollet
St. Louis Park, MN
10.2022 - Current
  • Assists with the development and implementation of treatment plans.
  • Maintains accurate records on all aspects of patient care to ensure continuity of treatment from one clinic visit to the next.
  • Establishes effective communication between patients and doctors.
  • Helps prepare patients for treatments and procedures.
  • Provides patient care and education regarding reproductive health and infertility.

Registered Nurse (Critical Care Unit)

Altru Hospital
Grand Forks, ND
07.2019 - 11.2022
  • Provided care in a busy Critical Care Unit serving both medical and surgical patients.
  • Managed life support equipment and IV administration of fluids and medications.
  • Administered medications to patients and monitor them for side effects.
  • Monitored, reported, and recorded symptoms or changes in patient condition.
  • Assess, implemented, planned, and evaluated patient nursing care plans by working with healthcare team members.
  • Mentored and provided valuable teaching moments to student nurses and new graduates.

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks
05-2019

Skills

  • Ventilator operation
  • Diagnostic assessments
  • Medication administration
  • Team-focused, coordinated care
  • Attention to detail
  • Thorough documentation
  • Proactive in preventive care and health promotion
  • Critical thinking and problem solving

Clinical Experience

  • Primary Care & Pediatrics, 08/2024-05/2025
  • OB-GYN, 01/2025-05/2025
  • Urology (Male, Female, Pediatrics), 05/2024-08/2024
  • Sexual Medicine (Male & Female), 05/2024-08/2024

Accomplishments

  • Nursing Study Council Executive Team Member
  • Altru Collaborative Committee Member
  • National Society of Collegiate Scholars
  • Phi Eta Sigma
  • Sigma Theta Tau
  • Honor Marshall
  • Dean's List
  • Student Nurse of the Year Nominee

Timeline

Registered Nurse (Specialty Care)

Park Nicollet
10.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse (Critical Care Unit)

Altru Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2022

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of North Dakota

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Dakota

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