Sarah Beck
Camp Point,IL
Summary
Compassionate RN Staff Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and healthcare documentation. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and deliver quality care. Proficient in monitoring vital signs, responding to medical emergencies, and developing individualized nursing plans. Advocates for patients' rights while fostering positive relationships with families to ensure comfort and satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Quincy Medical Group
Quincy, Illinois
07.2022 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments, ensuring adherence to protocols and improving patient outcomes.
- Assisted healthcare team during emergency procedures, maintaining patient safety protocols to ensure effective care delivery.
- Provided direct patient care, administering medications and treatments according to physician orders to support recovery and well-being.
- Monitor patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assess patients and take health history relevant to chief complaint.
RN Staff Nurse
Blessing Hospital
Quincy, Illinois
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Assisted in emergency procedures while maintaining patient safety protocols.
- Documented patient assessments and care activities in electronic health records.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients leaving the hospital setting.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
CNA
Timberpoint Healthcare
Camp Point, IL
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily living activities.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises under supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
John Wood Community College
Quincy, Illinois 08.2018 - 05.2020
Central High School
Camp Point, ILSkills
- HIPAA compliance
- patient assessment
- Healthcare documentation
- electronic health records
- Safety protocols
- Patient safety
- Direct care
- interdisciplinary collaboration
- patient education
- Documentation
- critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Communication
- HIPAA compliance
- Documentation
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Quincy Medical Group
07.2022 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Blessing Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
John Wood Community College
08.2018 - 05.2020
CNA
Timberpoint Healthcare
02.2017 - 01.2020
Central High School