Sara Jones
Edmond
Summary
Compassionate and driven nursing student seeking an externship to enhance clinical proficiency, strengthen patient care skills, and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative healthcare setting. Passionate about providing patient-centered holistic care, with a strong commitment to patient advocacy, interdisciplinary teamwork, and continuous learning. Dedicated to applying evidence-based practices, therapeutic communication, and critical thinking to improve patient outcomes. Seeking to contribute to a healthcare team while continuing to develop clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and advocacy skills for optimal patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Manager/Co-Owner
Woodlake Animal Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2020
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to support growth and skill development within the organization.
- Reviewed work procedures and operational problems to determine ways to improve service, performance and safety.
- Evaluated patient care and initiated procedural changes for increased benefit.
- Developed and maintained a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff through regular inspections of hospital facilities.
- Monitored expenses to suggest cost-effective alternatives.
- Managed budgets and financial resources, ensuring optimal allocation of funds for necessary equipment, staffing, and supplies.
- Preformed all tasks associated with payroll
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Oversaw the preparation and submission of all tax filings, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
Veterinary Assistant
Woodlake Animal Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2020
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Science
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-2023
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Monitoring vital signs
- Task prioritization
- Patient assessments
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association –
Expires July 2026
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Student Nurses Association (SNA), Member (2024–Present)
Timeline
Hospital Manager/Co-Owner
Woodlake Animal Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2020
Veterinary Assistant
Woodlake Animal Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Science
University of Central Oklahoma
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