Sara Ratliff
Chillicothe
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Compassionate with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high - stress situations. Dependable and hardworking.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Adena Health System
02.2012 - 02.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
- Assessed pediatric patients'' growth and development, identifying potential issues early for timely intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication with children and families.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs closely during procedures or treatments, intervening swiftly when necessary to maintain patient stability.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling informed decision-making among healthcare providers.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay abreast of the latest advances in pediatric nursing practices.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments to identify potential health concerns before they escalated into more serious conditions.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient care quality and effectiveness.
- Mentored new nurses and provided guidance on best practices in pediatric nursing, elevating the standard of care within the department.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Improved patient and family satisfaction with compassionate and effective communication about treatment plans.
- Participated in continuous education to remain current with pediatric nursing best practices, directly impacting patient care quality.
- Supported patients through pain management techniques, enhancing comfort and reducing anxiety during treatment.
- Streamlined patient admission and discharge processes, significantly reducing wait times and improving patient flow.
- Administered vaccinations and routine health checks to ensure wellbeing of young patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers, securing necessary interventions for optimal health results.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff, elevating overall skill level of pediatric care team.
- Provided emergency care to pediatric patients, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University Chillicothe
Chillicothe, OH06-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio University Chillicothe
Chillicothe, OH05-2014
No Degree - License Practical Nurse
Pickaway Ross Career And Technology Center
Chillicothe, OH06-2010
High School Diploma -
Chillicothe Highschool
Chillicothe Ohio05-2009
Skills
- Medication and vaccine administration
- Hands-On Patient Support
- Clinical Assessments
- Data Visualization Skills
- Comprehensive Patient Evaluation
- Sound Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient education, advocacy and counseling
- Infection Prevention Strategies
- Empathetic Communication
- Triage
- Patient Care Management
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Clinical Staff Management
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Research - Completed group study focused on patient comfort, costs and test results, which resulted in increased patient satisfaction.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Supervised team of 13 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Ohio Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Adena Health System
02.2012 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University Chillicothe
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio University Chillicothe
No Degree - License Practical Nurse
Pickaway Ross Career And Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Chillicothe Highschool
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