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SARAH ANDERSON

Cleveland ,TN

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive experience in pre/post-operative care and medical-surgical nursing within a Level I trauma center. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Erlanger Surgical Transfer & Receiving Unit (ESTAR)
01.2018 - Current
  • Receive patients from surrounding hospitals for higher level of care and that are in need of a surgery consult. Receive patients directly from office that are in need of surgery or have post op complications. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients until they go to surgery or a room becomes available

PACU Nurse

Surgery Partners
10.2023 - 09.2024
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
  • Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
  • Educated patients and families on post-surgery expectations, care instructions, and follow-up appointments to support successful recoveries.

Post Op Med-Surg Nurse

Erlanger Baroness Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans as well as provide direct individualized bedside nursing care to post-surgery patients
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • 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.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.

Education

Associates of Applied Sciences - undefined

Cleveland State Community College
01.2018

Skills

  • Charge nurse leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • ACLS certification
  • Clinical communication
  • Patient education
  • Wound and surgical care
  • Compassionate patient support

Timeline

PACU Nurse

Surgery Partners
10.2023 - 09.2024

Registered Nurse

Erlanger Surgical Transfer & Receiving Unit (ESTAR)
01.2018 - Current

Post Op Med-Surg Nurse

Erlanger Baroness Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020

Associates of Applied Sciences - undefined

Cleveland State Community College

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