Sara Walters
Jamestown,ND
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
North Dakota State Hospital
Jamestown, ND
09.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting patient comfort and dignity.
- Conducted routine assessments, documenting vital signs and changes in patient condition.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Direct Care Supervisor
North Dakota State Hospital
Jamestown, ND
07.2022 - 09.2025
- Supervised direct care staff, ensuring adherence to patient care protocols and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Trained new employees on best practices for patient interaction and crisis management techniques.
- Monitored patient progress, providing timely feedback to support therapeutic goals and interventions.
Certified Medication Aide
North Dakota State Hospital
Jamestown, ND
07.2022 - 09.2025
- Administered prescribed medications accurately and timely to ensure patient compliance.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions, documenting observations and reporting changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, fostering patient independence and enhancing overall well-being.
- Maintained medication inventory, ensuring proper storage conditions and timely reordering of supplies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Dakota State Hospital
Jamestown, ND
04.2018 - 07.2022
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety in a therapeutic environment.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to support patient care plans effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement individualized care strategies for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques to promote recovery and well-being.
Customer Service Representative
RealTruck
Jamestown, ND
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues via phone, email, and chat to enhance satisfaction.
- Facilitated product knowledge training for new representatives to ensure consistent service delivery.
General Manager
DiPasqua Enterprises
Ocala, FL
06.2010 - 06.2016
- Directed strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
- Oversaw cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and streamline workflows.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product development and competitive positioning strategies.
- Mentored management staff, fostering leadership skills and enhancing team performance.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
JamestownAssociate of Science - Nursing
Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND05-2026
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND05-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN12-2023
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- EMR / EHR
- Staff supervision
- Mental health support
- CPR/AED
- Scheduling
- Documentation
- Customer service
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant May, 2018
- Certified Medication Aide July, 2022
- Licensed Practical Nurse - August, 2025
Timeline
LPN
North Dakota State Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Direct Care Supervisor
North Dakota State Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2025
Certified Medication Aide
North Dakota State Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Dakota State Hospital
04.2018 - 07.2022
Customer Service Representative
RealTruck
08.2016 - 04.2018
General Manager
DiPasqua Enterprises
06.2010 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lake Region State College
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Lake Region State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northland Community And Technical College