Sara Olsen
McMinnville,OR
Summary
As an experienced registered nurse and IBCLC, I would like to contribute to an inclusive, collaborative work environment and improve the quality and access to care within our community. I hope to share knowledge and experience with my patients and colleagues, while cultivating opportunities for growth and change. I am a highly motivated, quick learning individual determined to provide exceptional and compassionate patient care with every interaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Postpartum & Infant Nurse, RN, BSN & IBCLC
Providence Portland Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
- Provides patient & family centered early postpartum care
- Provides personalized and individual goal-based lactation and feeding support to postpartum families and resident NICU families
- Delivers compassionate and inclusive nursing care during a complex life transition
- Collaborates with a highly involved interdisciplinary team to provide the highest level of patient centered care
- Educates new families with evidence based practice, safety standards and their individual needs
- Advocate for inclusive language and signage for all patients
- Active committee member and unit representative of the Injury Prevention Advocate Committee
- Active member of the Lactation Committee
- Preceptor for new hires and mentor of resident nurses
Oncology RN, BSN & Injury Prevention Advocate
Providence Portland Medical Center
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Provided patient-centered care to medically complex individuals
- Ensured compassionate, holistic, and end-of-life care
- Maintains ONS Biotherapy/Chemotherapy Certification
Behavioral Health Nurse, RN-BC, PMAB
Providence Portland Medical Center
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Lead daily therapeutic nursing groups
- Certified Prevention & Management of Assaultive Behavior and Code Grey Team
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and worked with the interdisciplinary team to provide personalized care
Charge Nurse and Handle With Care Instructor
Cedar Hills Hospital
05.2013 - 10.2015
- Charge Nurse of a chemical dependency & acute psychiatric unit of 23 patients
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Trained staff in management of aggressive behavior and verbal de-escalation
Education
Certificate in Human Lactation -
Arizona State University July 2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN -
Western Governors University January 2018
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, RN -
Beckfield College January 2010
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Preceptor for New Hires
- Mentor for Resident Nurses
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
Licenses Certifications Affiliations
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, IBCLC 2023
- Injury Prevention Advocate Committee, Providence Portland Medical Center
- BLS certified, American Heart Association
- ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse 2016
- Licensed Registered Nurse, State of Oregon 2013 - current
- Licensed Registered Nurse, State of California 2013
- Licensed Registered Nurse, State of Ohio 2010
- Crisis Intervention & Behavioral Management Certified Instructor & Program Facilitator
- Prevention and Management of Assaultive Behavior (PMAB) Certified
Timeline
Postpartum & Infant Nurse, RN, BSN & IBCLC
Providence Portland Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Oncology RN, BSN & Injury Prevention Advocate
Providence Portland Medical Center
03.2017 - 06.2021
Behavioral Health Nurse, RN-BC, PMAB
Providence Portland Medical Center
09.2015 - 03.2017
Charge Nurse and Handle With Care Instructor
Cedar Hills Hospital
05.2013 - 10.2015
Certificate in Human Lactation -
Arizona State University July 2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN -
Western Governors University January 2018
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, RN -
Beckfield College January 2010
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