Sarah Bossieux, RN
Andover,MA
Summary
Highly-motivated Nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Seeking opportunities in the Clinical Trial Field. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Andover Public Schools
Andover , MA
2019.01 - Current
- Assess and triage patients in the clinic providing care to ensure safe outcomes for students
- Collaborate with school staff and student’s families to provide successful and safe learning for each student who needs medical assistance.
- Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
Infection Control Practitioner
Atrium Health Carolina’s Medical Center
Charlotte , NC
2008.01 - 2010.01
- Responsible for identifying hospital acquired infections, tracking infection rates for each unit and reporting these rates to Executive Hospital Board
- Educated unit on best practices to ensure rates stay below benchmarks and hospital goals.
- Collaborated weekly and with Hospital Epidemiologist to assess trends and best practices.
- Conducted inspections of healthcare facilities to identify potential sources of infection.
- Created and maintained databases to track infections, immunizations, and other health issues.
- Provided education and training programs on proper infection control techniques for staff members.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of policies related to the prevention, control, and management of infectious diseases.
- Monitored adherence to established protocols for infection control practices by healthcare personnel.
- Reviewed medical records for evidence of communicable disease transmission within hospital settings.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams that developed plans for controlling nosocomial infections.
- Performed environmental surveillance activities such as microbial sampling in patient rooms, operating suites.
- Conducted research studies on various aspects of infectious diseases and their transmission routes.
- Implemented CDC and OSHA driven infection prevention and control policies to guide hospital departments.
- Identified trends for hospital infections, interpreting surveillance data to develop risk reduction strategies.
- Investigated clusters and outbreaks to identify source of infection, educating healthcare personnel regarding short and long term control measures.
- Utilized graphic tools to present quality performance improvement projects.
- Developed educational programs for hospital personnel, patients and families to enhance knowledge of infection control.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Atrium Health- Carolina’s Medical Center
Charlotte , NC
2007.01 - 2008.01
- Coordinated care, Utilization Review, and discharge planning for assigned units.
- Assessed patient needs, developed individualized plans of care, and monitored outcomes to ensure effective delivery of health care services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients' physical, psychological, social and environmental status; analyzed data to develop an appropriate plan of care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses and therapists to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings by providing input into the development of individualized service plans for each client served.
Liaison Nurse
Partner’s Home Care
Boston , MA
2006.01 - 2007.01
- Assessed patients while planning and coordinating home care to ensure a safe transition from acute care to home care.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborated with senior management to identify areas of improvement within existing systems or strategies.
- Responded promptly to queries from customers or other stakeholders regarding services provided.
Neonatal Nurse
Levine’s Children’s Hospital (Carolina’s Medical Center)
Charlotte , NC
2003.01 - 2005.01
- Primary caregiver and educator for neonates and their families providing quality care while preparing infants and families for successful discharge
- Charge nurse: supervising unit staff of 7 nurses and 35 neonates.
- Conducted research related to neonatal health and best practices in neonatal nursing care.
- Educated staff members on proper techniques for handling high-risk newborns.
- Developed educational materials related to neonatal health topics for parents and healthcare providers.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carolina’s College of Health Sciences
Charlotte, NC01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Finance
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC01.2001
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Rapport Building
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Quality Assurance
- Time Management
- Documentation Skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Data Entry
- Public Presentations
- Attention to Detail
- Project Management
- Teaching Students
- Analytical Thinking
Leadership And Special Interest
- Discover Preschool President Parent Board
- Andover Soccer Association: girl's soccer coach
- South Church Andover: Women’s Group Leader
- Half marathon runner
References
References provided upon request
Affiliations
I am a runner and enjoy playing and watching soccer.
Timeline
School Nurse
Andover Public Schools
2019.01 - Current
Infection Control Practitioner
Atrium Health Carolina’s Medical Center
2008.01 - 2010.01
Clinical Care Coordinator
Atrium Health- Carolina’s Medical Center
2007.01 - 2008.01
Liaison Nurse
Partner’s Home Care
2006.01 - 2007.01
Neonatal Nurse
Levine’s Children’s Hospital (Carolina’s Medical Center)
2003.01 - 2005.01
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carolina’s College of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Business Finance
North Carolina State University
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