Sara Leonard
Portsmouth
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate RN with 8 years of nursing experience in this rewarding field. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients/residents and their families. Determined to deliver the highest quality care possible.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice
02.2023 - Current
- Participated in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in hospice case management and end-of-life care.
- Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations pertaining to end-of-life care standards through ongoing education and policy implementation.
- Provided direct nursing care when necessary, ensuring the highest level of comfort for patients facing terminal illness.
- Evaluated and admitted patients to hospice on an as needed basis
Registered Nurse
Newport Hospital, ICU
08.2022 - Current
- Performed assessments and intervention as needed for critically ill patients
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure desired patient outcomes
- Continuously monitored patients for changes in physical and neurological status
- Developed, modified, and carried out care plans according to individual patient needs
LPN
CODAC Behavioral Healthcare
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Responsible for administering controlled narcotics (Methadone, Suboxone) to patients
- Performed routine evaluations/assessments of each patient's status, needs and preferences
- Assisted physician with exams
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and mental health counselors to address patients' needs
CNA/LPN
Atria Senior Living
06.2014 - 11.2017
- Provided residents with high quality care including assisting with ADLS, activity coordination, and providing companionship
- Administered medications monitoring for effectiveness and potential side effects
- Monitored residents' health status and well-being and communicated healthcare needs
- Employee Leadership Award, 2016
Education
Associate of Nursing -
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Lincoln08.2017
Skills
- Vitals, medication administration, wound dressings, preventative care
- Excellent computer skills
- Empathetic/compassionate
- Team player
- Daily assessments
- Medical Records Management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Newport Hospital, ICU
08.2022 - Current
LPN
CODAC Behavioral Healthcare
01.2018 - 04.2020
CNA/LPN
Atria Senior Living
06.2014 - 11.2017
Associate of Nursing -
Community College of Rhode Island
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -
Lincoln Technical Institute
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