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Sarah Cantrell

Morehead,KY

Summary

Compassionate and driven with practical knowledge gained through rigorous clinical practice and academic studies. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Student

MCTC
Mount Sterling, KY
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
  • Developed a plan of care based on evaluation findings.
  • Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
  • Prepared medications for administration by reading physicians' orders accurately and following established procedures for administration of drugs safely.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality care.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate according to established protocols.
  • Provided emotional support for patients undergoing stressful situations or treatments.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
  • Organized supplies and equipment needed for each procedure performed.
  • Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
  • Responded to patient needs and special requests.
  • Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to supervising nurse.
  • Participated in patient assessments and contributed to care plans.
  • Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
  • Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.

Nurse Shadow

Today's Youth- TENCO
Morehead , KY
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure that all safety protocols were being followed when caring for patients.
  • Observed the nurse administering medications to patients.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients under the guidance of a registered nurse.
  • Shadowed nurses during rounds and observed patient care activities.
  • Transported patients between departments within the hospital or clinic setting using wheelchairs or stretchers when necessary.
  • Observed advanced practice nurses while they conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical conditions.
  • Interacted with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, pharmacists, physical therapists, and dietitians, regarding patient care plans.
  • Assisted nurses in preparing equipment needed for procedures such as IVs or catheters.
  • Helped maintain a clean environment by changing bed linens and stocking rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bath County High School
Owingsville, KY
05-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Maysville Community And Technical College
Mount Sterling, KY

Skills

  • Patient assessments
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • Care plan development
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Healthcare collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Call responses
  • Task prioritization
  • ADL assistance
  • Quality of care standards
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient monitoring

Certification

  • SRNA- May 2024
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)- March 2024

Timeline

Nursing Student

MCTC
09.2024 - 03.2025

Nurse Shadow

Today's Youth- TENCO
01.2024 - 06.2024

High School Diploma -

Bath County High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Maysville Community And Technical College