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Sarah Conley

Hagerhill,KY

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience in Cardiac Telemetry demonstrating strong clinical skills refined through hands-on experience in high-stress environments. Proficient in maintaining calm under pressure and making critical decisions with ease and efficiency. Demonstrated history of patient advocacy and fostering relationships to improve patient satisfaction and adherence to care plans. Known for delivering quality, person-centered care promoting health and wellness.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Highlands ARH
Prestonsburg, Kentucky
12.2024 - Current
  • Administered conscious sedation to enhance patient comfort during endovascular interventions.
  • Assessed vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure throughout procedures.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills for evaluating patient status in pre-operative and post-operative phases.
  • Instructed patients on post-procedure care, clarifying potential risks associated with conditions.
  • Prepared necessary supplies for procedures while maintaining adequate inventory at all times.
  • Supported patients and families in stressful situations, fostering comfort and promoting recovery.
  • Ensured thorough understanding of care instructions to minimize compliance issues.
  • Maintained high standards of patient safety and care quality throughout interventions.

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
07.2020 - 06.2024
  • Provided comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients, including but not limited to, CABG and pacemaker implantation.
  • Educated patients on diagnoses, treatment plans, and potential complications to enhance understanding.
  • Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications while monitoring patient reactions.
  • Facilitated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care following hospitalization.
  • Responded effectively to emergency situations, delivering life-saving interventions during code blues.
  • Assessed vital signs and monitored EKG changes, promptly reporting abnormalities to physicians.
  • Instructed patients and families on cardiac medications, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Trained as relief charge nurse, assuming responsibilities as needed.

CAREGIVER

Mark and Alicia McKenzie
Paintsville, KY
12.2014 - 08.2018
  • Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
  • Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
  • Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs.

PITCHING COACH/ASSISTANT COACH

Johnson County School System
Paintsville, KY
02.2017 - 06.2018
  • Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions
  • Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for games, competitive events, or tours
  • Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations.

SALES ASSOCIATE

Hallmark
Pikeville, KY
01.2013 - 05.2015
  • Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs
  • Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires
  • Compute sales prices, total purchases and receive and process cash or credit payment.

TANNING CONSULTANT

Tropical Isle
Paintsville and Pikeville, KY
06.2010 - 12.2012
  • Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits
  • Demonstrate use or operation of merchandise
  • Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.

Education

Associate Degree: Nursing -

BIG SANDY COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Prestonsburg, KY
05.2020

Bachelor of Science: Biology -

UNIVERSITY OF PIKEVILLE
Pikeville, KY
05.2018

Skills

  • Determination
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Physical Assessment
  • Patient Safety
  • Time Management
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Conscious sedation

Certification

  • Registered Nurse
  • ACLS Provider
  • BLS Provider

Timeline

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Highlands ARH
12.2024 - Current

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Pikeville Medical Center
07.2020 - 06.2024

PITCHING COACH/ASSISTANT COACH

Johnson County School System
02.2017 - 06.2018

CAREGIVER

Mark and Alicia McKenzie
12.2014 - 08.2018

SALES ASSOCIATE

Hallmark
01.2013 - 05.2015

TANNING CONSULTANT

Tropical Isle
06.2010 - 12.2012

Associate Degree: Nursing -

BIG SANDY COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Bachelor of Science: Biology -

UNIVERSITY OF PIKEVILLE