SARA PEARCE
Bonney Lake
Summary
Professional nursing leader prepared for advanced responsibilities in healthcare management. Proven ability to drive patient care excellence and improve operational efficiency. Strong focus on collaborative team leadership and adaptable to changing environments. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering impactful results.
Knowledgeable Nurse with solid history in nursing leadership and program development. Expertise in managing nursing staff, enhancing patient care protocols, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. Demonstrated ability in strategic planning and fostering team collaboration.
Experienced with nursing leadership, staff development, and patient care optimization. Utilizes strategic planning and quality improvement to enhance healthcare services. Strong understanding of team collaboration and resource management to drive impactful results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Era Living
09.2023 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Planned and assigned workload to [Number]-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
- Championed initiatives focused on improving workplace diversity to foster an inclusive environment that respects the cultural backgrounds of staff members and patients alike.
Director
Bickford Senior Living
04.2015 - 05.2019
- Responsible for monitoring compliance with necessary laws and regulations
- Ensure residents are provided with quality care and best comfort
- Inspire and motivate staff to care for patients and see they are satisfied
- Plan budget for the department and handle fiscal operations
- Prepare financial reports, financial goals, and act according to owners
- Coordinate with department managers and maintain direct communication
- Resolve the types of problems patients and their families go through
Registered Nurse
ST. Mary’s Health And Rehabilitation Center
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Medication Administration and monitoring for adverse reactions
- Provided necessary health education training for patients
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Glucose testing and insulin administration
Registered Nurse Coordinator
Bickford Senior Living
06.2014 - 04.2015
- On-call services, triage, and prompt staff delegation and education
- Resident assessment and evaluation of level of care
- Coordinate resident services
- Communicate with physicians and develop appropriate plan of care for each individual resident with family member involvement
- Detail charting and record management
Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
11.2007 - 08.2013
- Provided palliative care in an assortment of settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans
- Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program
- Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols
- Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
- Provided necessary health education training for patients and caregivers
- Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
- Provided diligent symptom management
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
Registered Nurse
Friendship Manor
07.2006 - 11.2007
- Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to geriatric patient community
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines
- Managed team of medical support personnel
- Provided necessary health education training for patients
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Managed caseload of 20 clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, and venipuncture and wound care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Ambrose University
Davenport, IA07-2015
Skills
- Nurse education and trainingq
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Nurse education and training
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Era Living
09.2023 - Current
Director
Bickford Senior Living
04.2015 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse
ST. Mary’s Health And Rehabilitation Center
06.2014 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse Coordinator
Bickford Senior Living
06.2014 - 04.2015
Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
11.2007 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse
Friendship Manor
07.2006 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Ambrose University
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