Sarah Cox
Louisville,KY
Summary
Experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse with 10+ years of healthcare-related experience. Demonstrated aptitude and critical thinking skills, resulting in accelerated advancement into a critical care environment. Attentive to details, a problem-solver, and adaptable in fast-paced situations. Seeking a position within an established healthcare company that offers growth opportunities to further enhance skills and knowledge.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Float RN
U Of L Hospital
Louisville, KY
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse- Critical Care
Kindred Healthcare
Louisville
08.2021 - Current
- Provided compassionate care for acutely ill and ventilator dependent patients, including assessments, evaluation, teaching, wound care, trach care, medication administration, critical care experience, management of titrated drips and more
- Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Responding to all rapid response codes and leading ACLS protocol for code team.
Mixed Acuity Float RN
U Of L Hospital
Louisville, KY
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
CNA
Kindred Hospital
Louisville
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided compassionate and skilled care for acutely ill patients under nursing direction including: observation and reporting changes to the nurses, documentation of intake and output, monitoring vital signs and weight, assistance with ADL's, safe transfers, physical therapy support, procedure assistance and emotional support
- Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients by following infection control guidelines and properly disposing of hazardous materials.
CNA
Kindred Hospital
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and eating, to ensure comfort and maintain their dignity
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients to enhance their overall wellbeing and improve their quality of life.
PCA
Nortons Hospital
Louisville
11.2012 - 11.2015
- Provided compassionate and skilled care for ortho/medical surgical patients under nursing direction
- Supported post-operative care including early mobility intervention, documentation of intake and output, monitoring vital signs and more.
Education
SANE Education -
University of Louisville SAFE Services
Louisville05.2024
Associate Degree of Nursing -
ATA
05.2021
Skills
- ACLS Certification
- Ortho
- Wound Management
- Wound Vac Setup
- Oncology
- Critical Care
- Telemetry
- Home Health
- Long Term Care
- Acute Care
- Tracheostomy / Endotracheal Care
- Management and Supervision of Cardiovascular Drips Requiring Titration for Up to Four Patients
- Management and Supervision of Sedation Drips Requiring Titration for Up to Four Patients
- Code Response
Personal Information
Title: Critical Care Registered Nurse
References
- Vara Dyer, Kindred Hospital, 5028890730
- Heather Dunn, Kindred Hospital, Heather.dunn@kindred.com, 5025873982
- Tina Vandergriff, CCO University of Louisville-South Campus. 5023227223
- Debra Winstead, DON Kindred Hospital, 5023320743
Certification
SANE License pending approval (159718)
ACLS
Timeline
ICU Float RN
U Of L Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Mixed Acuity Float RN
U Of L Hospital
12.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse- Critical Care
Kindred Healthcare
08.2021 - Current
CNA
Kindred Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2021
CNA
Kindred Hospital
11.2016 - 11.2017
PCA
Nortons Hospital
11.2012 - 11.2015
SANE Education -
University of Louisville SAFE Services
Associate Degree of Nursing -
ATA