Sara Urbaniak
Manville
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse bringing 1.5 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine care priorities, improving treatment outcomes.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by delivering prompt and accurate care in life-threatening situations.
Emergency Medical Technician
South Plainfield EMS
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Ensured ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing EMS through adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Outpatient Registered Nurse
Hunterdon Internal Medicine Associates
05.2023 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate specialized equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and oxygen therapy devices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while working in a high-stress environment with unpredictable situations arising throughout each shift.
- Facilitated rapid response to critical events in the Emergency Department by remaining alert, prepared, and engaged throughout each shift.
- Conducted hourly rounding on assigned patients for consistent assessment of well-being or changes in condition requiring intervention or escalation to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in the emergency department to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing their individual needs.
- Contributed to efficient emergency department operations by effectively prioritizing and managing tasks.
- Streamlined workflow within the Emergency Department by actively identifying bottlenecks that impeded efficiency and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to resolve them.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Emergency Medical Technician
Somerville Rescue Squad
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Maintained a safe environment for all involved parties by adhering to strict safety measures during emergency situations.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
JFK Muhlenberg School of Nursing
Plainfield, NJ01.2023
No Degree -
Immaculata High School
Somerville, NJ05.2017
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- EKG Interpretation
- Trauma Nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Critical Thinking
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
South Plainfield EMS
11.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Outpatient Registered Nurse
Hunterdon Internal Medicine Associates
05.2023 - 08.2023
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center
06.2019 - 08.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Somerville Rescue Squad
03.2018 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
JFK Muhlenberg School of Nursing
No Degree -
Immaculata High School
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