Sara Thompson
Twin City,GA
Summary
. Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse ,Wound Care
Twin View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2025 - Current
- Administered wound care treatments, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and coordination.
- Conducted regular evaluations of treatment effectiveness, adjusting plans as necessary for improved patient results..
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Evaluated patients'' progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as needed to promote optimal healing results.
Recovery Room Registered Nurse
Piedmont Augusta Day Surgery
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Work in perioperative, Phase 2 recovery and Phase 1 recovery.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate pre-operative assessments and post-operative follow-ups.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Procedure Nurse
Emory Hospital Advanced Endoscopy Unit
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Procedure nurse for all advanced endoscopy and bronchoscopy procedures.
- Delivered patient-centered care in outpatient surgical settings, ensuring comfort and safety..
- Implemented best practices for infection control, enhancing patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Charge Nurse
Augusta University Endoscopy Center
01.2016 - 09.2023
- Working in all areas of Endo Suite, to include pre-op, procedure room and recovery.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with safety protocols and quality care standards.
- Coordinated patient care activities for efficient workflow and optimal patient outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new nurses, enhancing team performance and adherence to best practices.
- Monitored patient vitals and assessed clinical conditions, ensuring timely interventions as needed.
PACU nurse
Orthopedic Associate Surgery Center
10.2010 - 12.2015
- Monitored patient vitals and recovery progress post-anesthesia to ensure safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and managed pain relief protocols according to physician orders.
- Educated patients and families on recovery processes, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
PACU nurse
Augusta ENT Surgical Center
03.2008 - 12.2010
Staff nurse
Memorial University Medical Center
01.2010 - 10.2010
Registered Nurse
Center for Oral & Max/Facial Surgery
01.2007 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse
Medical College of Georgia
01.2003 - 01.2007
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Western Governor University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2021
Associate Degree - Nursing
Augusta State University
Augusta, GA01.2003
Certified Nursing Assistant License - undefined
Western Wyoming Comm. College
Rock Springs, WY01.2001
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Georgia College
Douglas, GA01.1999
Skills
- ACLS, BLS, PALS
- Effective documentation practices
- Collaborative and independent work under pressure
- Proficient in problem-solving
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Office Advantix, EPIC, Care tracker, Cerner
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Wound care
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse ,Wound Care
Twin View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2025 - Current
Recovery Room Registered Nurse
Piedmont Augusta Day Surgery
01.2024 - 08.2024
Procedure Nurse
Emory Hospital Advanced Endoscopy Unit
09.2023 - 12.2023
Charge Nurse
Augusta University Endoscopy Center
01.2016 - 09.2023
PACU nurse
Orthopedic Associate Surgery Center
10.2010 - 12.2015
Staff nurse
Memorial University Medical Center
01.2010 - 10.2010
PACU nurse
Augusta ENT Surgical Center
03.2008 - 12.2010
Registered Nurse
Center for Oral & Max/Facial Surgery
01.2007 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse
Medical College of Georgia
01.2003 - 01.2007
Associate Degree - Nursing
Augusta State University
Certified Nursing Assistant License - undefined
Western Wyoming Comm. College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Georgia College
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Western Governor University