Sarah Bolster
South Glens Falls,NY
Summary
Diligent Licensed Practical Nurse with 25 years of experience in administering patient care to patients daily suffering from various illnesses and injuries. Incredibly skilled in collecting specimen samples,measuring vital signs such as pulse rates, blood pressure, body temperature and weight and height. Excellent medical documentation abilities. Organized, hardworking with a team oriented mentality, comfortable working independently.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hyperbaric Technician/Safety Director
Glens Falls Hospital
Glens Falls , New York
2022.10 - Current
- Performed daily maintenance and calibration of hyperbaric chamber equipment.
- Assisted physicians with hyperbaric treatments, including oxygen delivery, compression rates, and decompression procedures.
- Provided education to patients regarding safety protocols for using a hyperbaric chamber.
- Ensured compliance with all regulations related to operating a hyperbaric chamber facility.
- Responded quickly to any emergencies that occurred within the facility or chamber environment.
- Inspected chambers daily for cleanliness and operational readiness prior to use.
- Conducted regular safety drills within the facility as part of emergency preparedness efforts.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
LPN Office Nurse
Glens Falls Hospital
Glens Falls , NY
2022.10 - 2023.06
- Assisted physicians with patient care, including administering injections and medication.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Maintained and ordered vaccines and medical supplies per hospital policy.
LPN Office Nurse
Women's Care OB/GYN
Glens Falls , New York
2020.05 - 2022.09
- Educated patients on their diagnosis, treatment plan, medications, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician according to established protocols.
- Guided expectant mothers through stages of pregnancy via prenatal nursing care at health clinic in coordination with obstetrician.
- Obtained vital signs including Fetal heart rate, and alerted provider to any abnormal findings.
- Assisted provider with in office medical procedures and specimen collection. Labeled and submitted for testing per practice policy.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Communicating with patients, gathering information, addressing concerns and discussing with provider to provide a safe, effective resolution to medical questions/concerns.
LPN
GI Associates of Northeastern NY
Glens Falls , New York
2019.04 - 2020.05
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Obtained health history, symptoms and current treatment regimen from patients.
- Scheduling testing for patients, explaining procedure/testing preparation instructions, addressing questions and concerns related to test/results within scope of practice.
- Documenting and tracking follow up tests and procedures.
- Setting up equipment and assisting providers with in office exams and procedures as needed.
- Coordinated with doctors and NP/PA's to develop a care plan for patients.
LPN Charge Nurse
Allergy And Asthma Treatment Center
Queensbury , New York
2018.05 - 2019.01
- Recorded patient medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Administered Allergy Skin testing, preformed Pulmonary Function Tests, documented results, coordinated with Doctor and NP to develop a plan of care.
- Refilled routine prescriptions
- Obtained Prior Authorizations through insurance companies.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Education
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Nursing
Southern Adirondack Educational Center
Hudson Falls, NY1998-03
Skills
- Health Education
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Medication Administration
- New York State Licensed Practical Nurse
- Immunization Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
Certification
- Practical Nursing licensed in New York State since 1998.
Timeline
Hyperbaric Technician/Safety Director
Glens Falls Hospital
2022.10 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Glens Falls Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.06
LPN Office Nurse
Women's Care OB/GYN
2020.05 - 2022.09
LPN
GI Associates of Northeastern NY
2019.04 - 2020.05
LPN Charge Nurse
Allergy And Asthma Treatment Center
2018.05 - 2019.01
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Nursing
Southern Adirondack Educational Center
- Practical Nursing licensed in New York State since 1998.
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