Sara klingel
Lillington
Summary
Empathic and hardworking new graduate ADN nurse with 13 years of diverse healthcare experience, including CNA roles in LTC and hospital settings, med tech in assisted living, and CCHT in dialysis for the last 8 years. Seeking to bring strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and a patient centered care mindset to an RN role where I can continue to learn and make a meaningful impact.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CCHT/Preceptor III
Fresenius Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Serve as a CCHT Preceptor III, training and mentoring new nurses and technicians in dialysis procedures, safety protocols, patient care standards, and workflow efficiency to ensure confident, competent integration into the clinical team.
- Operated hemodialysis machines, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during treatments.
- Monitored vital signs and dialysis parameters, adjusting settings to maintain treatment efficacy.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and post-treatment care to enhance compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
CCHT
Central Carolina Hospital
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed and authored comprehensive policies and procedures for a startup hospital-based dialysis unit, ensuring regulatory compliance, standardized workflows, and safe, high-quality patient care practices.
- Trained and supported RNs with no prior dialysis experience, providing step-by-step instruction, hands on guidance, and competency validation to ensure safe and effective hemodialysis care delivery,
- Managed supply ordering and inventory tracking for the dialysis unit, ensuring adequate stock levels, cost-effective purchasing, and uninterrupted delivery of patient care.
- Administered hemodialysis treatments, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and machine functions, promptly addressing any abnormalities during sessions.
- Educated patients on dialysis processes and self-care techniques for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs.
Travel CCHT
Healthcare Support Staffing
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Worked as a travel CCHT, quickly adapting to new dialysis environments, workflows, and team dynamics while consistently delivering safe, high-quality patient care across diverse clinical settings.
- Monitored vital signs and machine functions, responding promptly to any abnormalities or complications.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety and minimizing risks during treatments.
- Administered hemodialysis treatment to patients, ensuring safety and comfort throughout procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, North Carolina, NC05-2026
Skills
- NUR 111- Med Surg, 96 hours
- NUR 112 Med Surg with surgical and rehab focus, 96 Hours
- NUR 113 Med Surg with Maternal health focus, 96 Hours
- NUR 114 Mental Health/ Med Tele/Oncology focus, 96 hours
- NUR 211 Neuro Acute focus/Med Tele/ Med Surg, 96 hours
- NUR 212 Cardiac focus, 96 hours (Spring 2026)
- Completed 576 clinical hours across diverse adult medical surgical units, performing comprehensive assessments, administering medications, managing IV therapy, and documenting care in EHR systems
- Provided post operative and rehabilitation focused care, including wound assessment, drain management, mobility progression, pain management, and patient education on recovery and safety
- Gained experience in maternal and newborn health by performing postpartum and newborn assessments, supporting breastfeeding, and reinforcing education on postpartum warning signs and newborn care
- Delivered safe, therapeutic care in mental health settings, utilizing de-escalation techniques, therapeutic communication, and suicide risk screenings to support patient stabilization
- Applied cardiac and telemetry skills by interpreting basic rhythms, monitoring vital cardiac trends, and providing education on heart failure, lifestyle modification, and medication adherence
- Developed strong neurological assessment skills, including monitoring LOC, pupillary response, and stroke indicators, while implementing seizure precautions and assisting with mobility and rehabilitation needs
- Cared for oncology and immunocompromised patients by monitoring treatment side effects, practicing neutropenic precautions, and supporting symptom management
Clinical Skills / Validation Checkoffs
Assessment skills
● Holistic health assessment across the lifespan
● Assessing normal findings
● Assessing abnormal findings
● Holistic physical assessment including vital signs
Clinical Nursing skills
NUR 111
● All NA I Skills
● Medication Administration
● IV Insertion
● Sterile Technique
● G Tubes
● Hygiene Care
● Wound Care: Ostomy, Surgical, Pressure
● Urinary Catheterization
● Enema Administration
● NG Tubes
● Mobility Techniques
● Nasopharyngeal/Oral Suctioning
● IV Medication Administration
● Personal hygiene
NUR 112
● Blood transfusions
● Trach care (suctioning)
● Central Venous Access Device (CVAD)
● Chest tubes
● IV medication administration
NUR 112 Skills Checkoff Compentency
- Head-To-Toe assessment
- IV medication administration
- Central Venous Access Device managment
- Tracheostomy care(suctioning included)
- Wound care and dressing changes
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Polaris Human Trafficking 101
- Carolina Acute Stroke Training (CAST) Modules
- Improving Cultural Competency for Behavioral Health Professionals Certificate
Timeline
CCHT/Preceptor III
Fresenius Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
CCHT
Central Carolina Hospital
02.2022 - 10.2023
Travel CCHT
Healthcare Support Staffing
09.2019 - 12.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Community College