SARAH CAYFORD
Yelm,WA
Summary
Prevention-minded, dedicated and offering a professional approach to critical patient care. Proficient in assisting with care after cardiac procedures and surgeries. Oversees analysis of Electrocardiograph results. Excellent skills in documentation, communication, reporting and interdisciplinary collaboration. Adapts quickly to high stress situations. Proficient in handling medical emergencies and code situations with a calm and composed demeanor, ensuring swift and effective response to critical scenarios.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cardiovascular ICU Providence St Pete's
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the delivery of exceptional critical care to patients with complex cardiac conditions, including post-surgical recovery and acute cardiac emergencies.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, ECG readings, and telemetry data, promptly reporting any significant changes or concerns to the nursing staff and physicians.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating and maintaining specialized medical equipment, such as cardiac monitors, ventilators, and continuous renal replacement therapy machines.
- Responded efficiently to code blue situations, participating actively in resuscitation efforts and providing invaluable support to the medical team during cardiac emergencies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Promedica Health System
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Sports Medicine Program
Yelm High School Sports
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Demonstrates the skills to provide medical assistance to injured athletes with an organized worth ethic
- Actively prepares medical kits for sporting events
- Applies taping methods used on athletes to prevent harmful limb movement.
- Advised athletes, trainers or coaches to alter or cease potentially harmful sports practices.
- Created detailed patient documentation and kept thorough records outlining treatments and progress against targets.
Junior Volunteer
Corpus Christi Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Organized and located medical supplies
- Stocked various departments with medical supplies
- Transported charting materials to various locations within the hospital
- Assisted nurses with modified tasks within my title boundaries and learned to quickly adapt to high stress situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Science
Green River College
Auburn, WA05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Pre-Nursing
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA06.2023
Nursing Assistant Certificate -
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA12.2020
Electrocardiograph Technician Certification - Electrocardiograph Technology
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX01.2020
Skills
- Cardiac Critical Care
- Electrocardiography
- Monitoring Telemetry
- Charting expertise
- Admitting support
- Technique Evaluation
- Critical Thinking
- Athletic Training
- Sports Injuries
- Interdisciplinary Communication
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cardiovascular ICU Providence St Pete's
12.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Promedica Health System
12.2020 - 12.2021
Sports Medicine Program
Yelm High School Sports
09.2019 - 06.2021
Junior Volunteer
Corpus Christi Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Science
Green River College
Associate of Applied Science - Pre-Nursing
South Puget Sound Community College
Nursing Assistant Certificate -
South Puget Sound Community College
Electrocardiograph Technician Certification - Electrocardiograph Technology
Del Mar College
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