Sara Timm
Minot,ND
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional committed to family advocacy, seeking an RN position to support high-risk families in preventing child and partner abuse. Extensive experience in providing compassionate care and education, fostering a safe environment for vulnerable populations. Passionate about implementing effective strategies and interventions that empower families and promote overall well-being. Eager to contribute expertise in nursing and advocacy to make a meaningful impact in the community.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Trinity Health
Minot, ND
- Conducted comprehensive forensic medical examinations for sexual assault victims.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care and support.
- Documented findings meticulously to aid in legal proceedings and investigations.
- Educated patients on available resources and support services post-assessment.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to address case management strategies and improve patient outcomes collaboratively.
- Mentored junior staff in evidence collection techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, reducing wait times and enhancing overall service delivery efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive forensic examinations for sexual assault victims, ensuring adherence to legal protocols.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and legal teams to provide accurate documentation and testimony in court cases.
RN
Trinity Hospital
Minot, ND
09.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety.
- Mentored junior nurses on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention techniques.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient treatment strategies.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
RN PCM
HIA Hospice
Minot, ND
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Manage staff
- Day to day of staff schedule
- Assess Participants needs and complaints
- Assist with promoting of the company
- Facilitate daily meeting and weekly IDG meetings
- Facilitate quarterly meetings for the Participant advisory committee meetings.
- Cares for terminally ill patients near the end of life.
- Educate care givers/family on signs of actively dying
- Assist home health patients with medication management
- Manage wounds and dressing changes
- On call nurse every 2nd weekend and 1-2 days a week.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and self-care techniques for improved outcomes.
- 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.
RN
Northland PACE
Minot, ND
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Manage staff
- Chart reviews
- Day to day of staff schedule
- Assess Participants needs and complaints
- Assist with promoting of the company
- Facilitate daily meeting and weekly IDG meetings
- Facilitate quarterly meetings for the Participant advisory committee meetings.
- Take call one day a week and every 4th weekend
- Do home assessments when patients fall or is sick
- Do level of cares
- Clinic nurse if the clinic nurse is out
- Promoted to Site Director in 2022
Trinity Home Health/Hospice
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Cares for terminally ill patient near the end of life.
- Educate care givers/family on signs of actively dying
- Assist home health patients with medication management
- Manage wounds and dressing changes
- On call nurse every 4th weekend and one day a week.
Trinity Health
Minot
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Admit and discharge patient in our surgery center
- Assist or circulate in procedure room with Dr. during GI procedures
- Charge nurse duties when the charge nurse is away
- Work on call for Emergent cases in the hospital
- Educated patients on pre and post GI procedures
- GI lab
Registered Nurse
Trinity Hospital
Minot, ND
08.2008
- Charge Nurse
- Nursing Preceptor
- Assess Patients
- Make plans of care for patients
- Assist CNA’s with patients ADL’s
- Assist in Code Blues as a recorder or with chest compressions
- Notify Physicians with changes in patient’s medical conditions
- Assist physician with medical procedures
- Dressing changes
- Educate patients and their families
- Maintain mandatory education and CEU’s
- Administer Medications
- Head to toe assessment to determine if they can have chemo
- Room patients for providers
- Obtain blood for blood draws and further lab work
- Educate patient on chemo safety and health risks with chemo
- Support system for patient and their family
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minot State University
Minot, ND2028
Associate of Science - Nursing
Williston State College
Williston, ND05-2009
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Registered Nurse R3465
Timeline
RN
Trinity Hospital
09.2025 - Current
RN PCM
HIA Hospice
06.2024 - 09.2025
RN
Northland PACE
12.2021 - 06.2024
Trinity Home Health/Hospice
08.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Trinity Hospital
08.2008
Trinity Health
01.2008 - 01.2018
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Trinity Health
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minot State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Williston State College
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY:
- Open Communication Ethical Standards Adaptable Leadership Development Attentive Listening Organized Presentations Goal Orientated Multi-tasks Direct Problem solving Crisis Management Independent Supervisor Skills Team Work Dependable Time Management Motivated Reliable Sympathetic Trustworthy