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Sarah Beckett

Anderson,CA

Summary

Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Shasta Regional Medical Center. Proven expertise in medication administration and patient assessments, leading to improved outcomes. Adept at fostering teamwork and mentoring staff, while maintaining strict infection control protocols to enhance patient safety and care quality.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Shasta Regional Medical Center
Redding, CA
04.2023 - Current
  • Prioritized nursing interventions based on patient acuity and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify condition changes, notifying physicians promptly.
  • Administered medications safely, monitoring for side effects requiring intervention.
  • Provided compassionate, holistic care addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Adhered to infection control protocols, educating patients on hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation and therapeutic communication skills.

Dialysis Registered Nurse

DCI
Redding, CA
04.2021 - Current

Working both acute and clinic settings

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
  • Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
  • Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Mercy Hospital
Redding, CA
06.2008 - 02.2021
  • Implemented advanced life support measures during emergent situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until transfer to higher levels of care if necessary.
  • Assisted with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies under physician supervision when needed.
  • Advocated for patient autonomy and rights during decision-making processes, upholding ethical principles in critical care nursing practice.
  • Facilitated timely discharges through interdisciplinary collaboration and efficient coordination of post-acute care services for patients requiring ongoing support after ICU stay.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing assessments, interventions, evaluations, and discharge planning activities as per regulatory requirements.
  • Improved patient outcomes by effectively assessing, diagnosing, and implementing appropriate interventions for critically ill patients.
  • Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections by maintaining strict infection control measures and sterile techniques.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Shasta College
Redding, CA
05-2008

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • CRRT, Rotoprone, balloon pump, impella, arctic sun, post open hearts

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Shasta Regional Medical Center
04.2023 - Current

Dialysis Registered Nurse

DCI
04.2021 - Current

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Mercy Hospital
06.2008 - 02.2021

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Shasta College