Sarah Boatright
Council Bluffs,Iowa
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with proven skills in medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and wound care. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and clinical documentation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Methodist Risen Son Clinic
Council Bluffs, IA
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with care plans.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Participated in community health programs, extending care beyond clinical setting and improving public health awareness.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients during difficult times.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Med Manager/ CNA
Heritage at Fox Run
Council Bluffs, IA
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address resident needs and enhance satisfaction levels.
- Administered medication to patients while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Documented medication administration accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance.
- Trained new staff on medication management procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Medication Manager/Certified Nursing Assistant
Amelia Place
Council Bluffs, IA
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize medication management processes.
- Implemented improvements in medication administration procedures to enhance safety.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities fostering independence and comfort.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families enhancing overall care experience.
Owner/ Provider
Mrs.Sarah's Daycare
Council Bluffs, IA
03.2016 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to enhance child development and learning outcomes.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through regular communication and feedback sessions.
- Conducted regular assessments of children's progress, adjusting activities based on individual needs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Established strong communication with parents regarding children's growth and behavioral patterns.
Photographer/Assistant Manager
The Picture People
Omaha, NE
07.2013 - 10.2015
- Captured high-quality images in diverse settings, ensuring client satisfaction and creative vision alignment.
- Utilized advanced photography equipment and software to enhance image quality and streamline editing workflows.
- Mentored junior photographers, sharing best practices in composition, lighting techniques, and client interactions.
- Established efficient studio processes, reducing turnaround times while maintaining high standards of quality assurance.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for photography techniques and customer engagement.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA12-2024
Skills
- Licensed practical nurse
- BLS certification
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Immunization administration
- Catheter care
- Breathing treatments
- Emergency response
- Charting skills
- Preventive care
- Infection control
- BLS certified
- Clinical documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- EMR / EHR
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric care
- Pediatric care
- Adult care
- EKG administration
- Dementia care
- Communication skills
- Transcribing orders
- Memory care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Methodist Risen Son Clinic
03.2025 - Current
Med Manager/ CNA
Heritage at Fox Run
11.2023 - 12.2024
Medication Manager/Certified Nursing Assistant
Amelia Place
08.2022 - 10.2022
Owner/ Provider
Mrs.Sarah's Daycare
03.2016 - 08.2021
Photographer/Assistant Manager
The Picture People
07.2013 - 10.2015
Diploma - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College