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Sara Miller

Elyria,Ohio

Summary

Hardworking and reliable Registered Nurse with strong ability in team work. Offering strong work ethics and adaptability. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Interventional Radiology Nurse

Cleveland Clinic
Avon, Ohio
02.2020 - Current
  • Part of the Vascular Access Team, placing IVs, ultrasound guided IVs, and PICC lines
  • Provided patient care before, during and after the procedure including monitoring vital signs.
  • Recognized potential complications related to interventional radiology procedures and took appropriate action to address them.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Managed communication between physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care needs during an intervention.
  • Provided patients with information regarding illnesses and educated on ways to manage health.
  • Initiated emergency interventions when needed during a procedure or post-procedure recovery period.
  • Administered medications and contrast agents to patients prior to the procedure.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Notified physicians whenever patient assessments revealed issues or problems.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Interacted with patients in positively by using active listening skills and asking open-ended questions.

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Premium Surgery Center
Elyria, Ohio
04.2017 - 02.2020
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes within the OR setting.
  • Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures.
  • Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
  • Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.

Registered Nurse

University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center
Elyria, OH
07.2015 - 08.2017
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

Certified Surgical Technologist

University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center
Elyria, Ohio
05.2011 - 07.2015
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
  • Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
  • Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
  • Performed various duties such as applying dressings to incisions sites postoperatively.
  • Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Provided assistance during cesarean sections, hysterectomies, orthopedic repairs, wound closure suturing techniques and other types of surgical procedures as needed.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Assisted with scrubbing in for each case as needed.

Certified Surgical Technician

Big Creek Surgical Center
Middleburg Heights, NY
11.2010 - 05.2011
  • Participated in the maintenance and cleaning of all surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists and other personnel involved in the operation process.
  • Followed safety policies and procedures related to handling hazardous materials such as sharps containers.
  • Provided assistance to nurses in preparing patients for surgery.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Assisted surgeons by passing instruments or other materials needed during operations.
  • Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies.
  • Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or needs during surgery.
  • Assisted with the draping of patients in a sterile manner.
  • Ensured that all necessary items were available at the start of each procedure.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting up sterile field and equipment.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Held instruments and quickly handed to surgeon during procedures.
  • Performed counts of sponges, needles and instruments according to established protocols.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University
Athens, OH
07-2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
12-2014

Associate of Arts -

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
05-2010

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
05-2010

High School Diploma -

Elyria High School
Elyria, OH
06-2006

Skills

  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Patient Care
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Care Coordination
  • Critical Thinking
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work well in quickly changing environment

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • Registered Nurse- License Number 415911

Affiliations

  • Mission Trip to Dominican Republic February 2010

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Interventional Radiology Nurse

Cleveland Clinic
02.2020 - Current

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Premium Surgery Center
04.2017 - 02.2020

Registered Nurse

University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center
07.2015 - 08.2017

Certified Surgical Technologist

University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center
05.2011 - 07.2015

Certified Surgical Technician

Big Creek Surgical Center
11.2010 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lorain County Community College

Associate of Arts -

Lorain County Community College

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Lorain County Community College

High School Diploma -

Elyria High School

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