Sara Ibarra
Wheatfield,IN
Summary
A seasoned, highly skilled registered nurse with over 16 years of nursing and leadership experience in the healthcare field. A self-motivated professional with a focus on individual and team development, and continued education. Adaptable, flexible, and competent in high-stress situations, with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. Analytical and organized, with the ability to quickly identify needs and implement effective solutions to benefit patients, nurses, and the entire hospital. Passionate patient advocate who strives to provide holistic, patient-centered care. Possess a strong desire to continue to grow as a professional in the healthcare field by seeking a new, challenging opportunity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internal Travel Team
Franciscan Health
, IN
06.2023 - Current
- Provided emergency medical services, including triage, resuscitation, stabilization and transport of critically ill or injured patients.
- Performed and prioritized clinical skills such as, but not limited to: IV insertions, wound care, post-mold application, phlebotomy, EKGs, naso/oral gastric tube insertions, Foley insertions, CBI, administering medications, and any other ordered diagnostic tests and treatments.
- Proficiently and skillfully utilized critical thinking skills to quickly assess patient needs, prioritize necessary interventions, re-evaluate the effectiveness of those interventions, maintain patient flows, and assist physicians with procedures.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Calmly responded to emergency situations with speed and expertise while utilizing advanced cardiac life support and resuscitation efforts to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained open and clear communication with ancillary departments and physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
Same Day Surgery/PACU Registered Nurse
St. Mary Medical Center
Hobart, IN
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Provided patient-centered care tailored to each patient based on medical history and planned procedure.
- Collected a comprehensive history and assessment on each patient upon intake into the department prior to the surgical procedure.
- Assisted anesthesiology by performing time-outs and patient monitoring during bedside ultrasound-guided procedures requiring conscious sedation.
- Monitored critical care patients recovering from surgical procedures requiring anesthesia through the assessment of vital signs, serial assessments, medication administration, documentation, and maintaining clear communication with anesthesiology and physicians involved in patient care.
- Advocate for patient needs and maintain patient stability while in recovery based on pain and medical needs as they arise, including BLS and ACLS interventions when required in high-acuity emergency situations.
- Provided patient focused care by educating and encouraging family participation in each patient’s treatment when completing patient discharge.
Emergency Department Nurse Manager
St. Mary Medical Center
Hobart, IN
06.2016 - 03.2022
- Manages 86 employees in a 30-bed emergency department.
- Created and implemented a department education team and multiple education programs to facilitate a heightened standard in patient care through staff knowledge and development.
- Developed an orientation program, a forensic program, and a paramedic position to aid in departmental efficiency, growth, and standards of excellence.
- Collaborated and executed a flexible disaster plan during a global pandemic, and supervised supply distribution to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Effectively collaborated with different modalities throughout the hospital to ensure seamless patient care.
- Worked jointly with corporate and legal compliance to develop robust standard operating procedures and policies that benefit St. Mary Medical Center and sister hospitals.
- Perfected therapeutic communication and critical thinking skills to successfully perform problem resolution.
Emergency Department Charge Nurse
St. Mary Medical Center Hobart
Hobart, IN
05.2013 - 06.2016
- Oversaw and facilitated department throughput and operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Clearly and effectively communicated with peers, ancillary departments, physicians, and administration.
- Practiced therapeutic communication in facilitating problem resolution.
- Advocated for patients by providing discharge resources for patients from various socioeconomic backgrounds and disease processes.
- Practiced excellent critical thinking skills, prioritization, and flexibility in high-stress situations.
- Provided comprehensive and compassionate care to sexual assault trauma patients utilizing my SANE-A training.
Emergency Department Staff/Charge Nurse
St. Anthony Medical Center
Crown Point, IN
02.2010 - 05.2013
- Facilitated patient placement for discharge or transfer based on diagnosis and needs.
- Provided competent and compassionate care across the lifespan.
- Developed and practiced an excellent clinical skill set, critical thinking skills, and prioritization in emergency care.
- Obtained certificate of completion in SANE-A nursing and provided competent and compassionate care to trauma victims of sexual assault.
Cardiac Neuro IMCU RN
St. Anthony Medical Center
Crown Point , IN
05.2008 - 02.2010
- Developed knowledge competency in cardiac and neurology disease processes.
- Cared for high-acuity patients with critical drips.
- Maintained an open line of communication with providers to facilitate a high level of patient care.
- Developed a skill set as a member of the unit CODE team.
- Advocated for and facilitated the resources required for patients upon discharge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05-2008
Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Multitasking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Self-motivated
- Team-oriented
- Time management
- Prioritization
- Flexible and adaptable
- Leadership skills
- Analytical
- Attention to detail
- Therapeutic communication
- Critical care
- Patient assessment/ reassessment
- Triage
- IV insertion/ maintenance
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Post-mold application
- Crutch training
- Patient advocacy
- Airway management
- CPR
- Trauma Nurse Process
- Pediatric Nurse Process
Certification
- Compact Nursing License
- Registered Nurse License, IN
- NIHSS
- ENA Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course Certification
- ENA Trauma Nurse Core Course Certification
- ENA Trauma Nurse Core Course Director
- ENA Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course Director
- AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- AHA Basic Life Support Certification
- Stop the Bleed AHA Instructor
- BLS AHA Instructor
- ACLS AHA Instructor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Internal Travel Team
Franciscan Health
06.2023 - Current
Same Day Surgery/PACU Registered Nurse
St. Mary Medical Center
03.2022 - 01.2025
Emergency Department Nurse Manager
St. Mary Medical Center
06.2016 - 03.2022
Emergency Department Charge Nurse
St. Mary Medical Center Hobart
05.2013 - 06.2016
Emergency Department Staff/Charge Nurse
St. Anthony Medical Center
02.2010 - 05.2013
Cardiac Neuro IMCU RN
St. Anthony Medical Center
05.2008 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
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