Sara Whitley
Tappahannock,VA
Summary
Experienced Registered Nursing professional specializing in Emergency Medicine. Adept at providing acute patient care, conducting rapid assessments, and implementing critical interventions. Collaborative team player committed to maintaining high standards and seamlessly adapting to changing needs. Renowned for exceptional clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and a steadfast focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VCU Health
03.2021 - Current
- Facilitated emergency interventions, including CPR and airway management, maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
- Administered medications and treatments through intravenous lines, ensuring proper dosages and minimizing patient discomfort.
- Assisted in triaging patients upon arrival, evaluating the severity of conditions to prioritize care based on urgency.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Patient Care Technician
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
03.2018 - 06.2020
Frontline Cashier
Chick-Fil-A
03.2015 - 05.2018
- Trained in providing excellent customer service and in management of a clean environment
- Learned how to properly and most efficiently handle customer complaints
- Established a strong ability in working with cash transactions
- Maintained an organized environment
Education
BSN - Nursing
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Richmond, VA05.2020
Skills
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Compassion/Ability to serve others
- Detail Oriented
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Medication administration
- Advanced cardiac life support
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/05/96
Activities
- Volunteer at Memorial Regional Medical Center, 2014-2015
- SCA Senior Class Representative, 2015
- Varsity Cross Country, 2011-2014, Tidewater District Champion (2012)
- Varsity Track and Field, 2012-2015, Three-time all-state (2013, 2014, 2015), Regional Champions (2012, 2013)
- FFA Club Member, 2014
- Running Club at Virginia Tech, Fall 2015
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VCU Health
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - 10.2021
Patient Care Technician
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
03.2018 - 06.2020
Frontline Cashier
Chick-Fil-A
03.2015 - 05.2018
BLS
ACLS
PALS
BSN - Nursing
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
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