Sara Mefford
Summary
Registered nurse with extensive experience in pediatric and maternal-child inpatient care, NICU care, and medical-surgical inpatient care. Recognized as Colleague of the Year 2021 at Methodist Stone Oak Hospital for exceptional performance. Proven ability to manage patient care effectively, respond to emergencies, and implement infection control measures. Strong communicator and collaborator, dedicated to achieving optimal patient outcomes through teamwork and empathy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Science Educator
Comal ISD
Spring Branch, TX
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Instructed Career and Technical Education students in High School Health Science program.
- Prepared students for future careers in healthcare through structured learning.
- Organized hands-on learning opportunities utilizing student practice lab resources.
- Trained students in obtaining professional certificates to enhance employability.
- Guided students in educational competitions for Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA).
Registered Nurse, Adjunct Instructor
HCA
San Antonio, TX
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Facilitated learning for nursing students in clinical and lab environments.
- Demonstrated evidence-based nursing skills to enhance student understanding.
- Assisted and supervised students in clinical settings while performing nursing procedures.
- Implemented Medical-Surgical and Pharmacological theories during clinical practice.
- Supported students and staff through clinical simulations to reinforce practical applications.
Registered Nurse, Postpartum
Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
San Antonio, TX
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Delivered nursing care, discharge planning, and patient education in Postpartum setting.
- Precepted newly hired RNs and nursing students to enhance clinical skills.
- Provided lactation support for patients, ensuring successful breastfeeding practices.
- Educated NICU mothers on infant care and resources available.
- Assisted Labor & Delivery with nursery tasks and direct patient care.
- Supported RNs in Medical-Surgical departments with comprehensive patient care as needed.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Delivered nursing care for postpartum mothers and newborns in hospital settings.
- Administered care to acutely ill and post-surgical pediatric patients.
- Provided specialized nursing for premature and full-term newborns with medical conditions in NICU.
- Served as nursing preceptor for newly hired registered nurses, enhancing onboarding process.
Registered Nurse
Robin S. White Pediatrics
Reno, NV
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Administered nursing care to acutely ill pediatric patients following Primary Care Clinician directives.
- Coordinated referrals and prior authorizations for specialist services.
- Educated parents on symptom management, lab/imaging studies, and medication administration.
- Managed vaccine coordination and administration for VFC state-funded and private immunizations.
- Collected specimens for rapid point-of-care testing and cultures.
- Performed suture removal and provided wound care.
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Reno, NV
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Delivered one-on-one home health nursing care to pediatric patients.
- Monitored ventilator settings and assessed patient responses for improved outcomes.
- Administered G-Tube feedings and managed nutritional support.
- Executed dressing changes for PICC lines and implanted Central Venous Access Devices.
- Performed blood draws and administered infusions to maintain treatment efficacy.
- Managed wound VAC systems and conducted dressing changes for optimal healing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to modify care plans based on patient needs.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree of Nursing -
Great Basin College
Elko, NV06.2019
Associates Degree of Nursing -
Great Basin College
Elko, NV05.2016
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Medical training
- Clinical simulation
- Patient education
- Patient care
- Clinical skills
- Assessment techniques
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Texas, 2020-Present
- Registered Nurse, Nevada, 2016-2020
- Basic Life Support, Current
- Health Science Educator Certificate, 2023-Present
Credentials
BSN, RN
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Science Educator
Comal ISD
08.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse, Adjunct Instructor
HCA
02.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Postpartum
Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
01.2020 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
Robin S. White Pediatrics
06.2017 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
11.2016 - 03.2017
Bachelor’s Degree of Nursing -
Great Basin College
Associates Degree of Nursing -
Great Basin College
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