SARA MEDRANO
CONROE,TX
Summary
Progressive care nursing professional equipped to handle critical patient care with precision. Expertise in monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing post-operative care. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork and adaptability to meet shifting patient needs. Recognized for delivering outstanding patient outcomes and maintaining high standards in all aspects of care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Cardiology Group
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and open communication channels that foster trust.
- Facilitated continuity of care by effectively communicating with primary healthcare providers regarding pertinent clinical findings and collaborating on optimal treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of each patient.
- Enhanced the efficiency of the clinic by coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, streamlining workflows, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and student nurses.
IMC REGISTERED NURSE
Memorial Hermann Hospital Northeast
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Served as a Charge Nurse, overseeing daily unit operations , staff assignments, and patient care coordination.
- Acted as a primary point of contact between staff, physicians, and administration to resolve issues and optimize workflows.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult situations or diagnoses.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Utilized compassionate bedside manner when providing emotional support to family members during end-of-life scenarios.
- Administered intravenous fluids, antibiotics and other medications according to physician orders.
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, utilizing strong decision-making skills to determine appropriate interventions.
REGISTERED NURSE IMU UNIT
HCA Conroe Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
REGISTERED NURSE
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX11-2026
Associate of Science - NURSING
LONE STAR NORTH HARRIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Houston, TX01.2020
Skills
- Team leadership
- Patient Advocacy
- Central line care
- Cardiac monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Discharge planning
- PICC line management
- Blood transfusion
- Oxygen therapy
- Vitals monitoring
- End-of-life care
- Fluid intake monitoring
- Pulmonary assessment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Chest tube management
- Intravenous Therapy
- Patient Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Cardiac Monitors
Certification
Registered Nurse #1006490
LANGUAGES
Spanish Fluent
Timeline
Clinic Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Cardiology Group
12.2024 - 08.2025
IMC REGISTERED NURSE
Memorial Hermann Hospital Northeast
09.2022 - 12.2024
REGISTERED NURSE IMU UNIT
HCA Conroe Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 08.2022
REGISTERED NURSE
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - NURSING
LONE STAR NORTH HARRIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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