Sarah Dachisen
Danielsville,PA
Summary
Compassionate nursing leader with 18+ years of experience across skilled nursing, memory care, and home health. Skilled in patient assessment, care plan development, and clear communication with physicians, therapists, families, and staff. Focused on improving resident outcomes through organized leadership and dependable care coordination.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Unit Manager
Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab
Allentown, PA
08.2021 - 09.2026
- Coordinated resident care plans with therapists, physicians, and family members to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop tailored treatment plans, enhancing patient recovery outcomes.
- Assessed patients' health condition and developed nursing care plans accordingly.
- Reviewed resident conditions and adjusted care priorities to meet skilled nursing needs effectively.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss patient care issues or operational changes within the unit and department.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Registered Nurse/Weekend House Supervisor
Gardens Memory Care
Easton , PA
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Assessed memory care residents to identify changes in health and behavior, and ensure timely interventions.
- Monitored dementia-related behaviors and documented interventions in charts.
- Responded to emergencies and maintained resident safety throughout shifts.
- Administered medications following Gardens Memory Care's policies and physician orders.
- Coordinated staff scheduling to optimize coverage and meet departmental needs.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager/Wound Care Specialist
Bayada Home Health
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Completed home health assessments and skilled nursing visits for BAYADA clients.
- Monitored wounds, medications, and chronic conditions during in-home nursing visits.
- Monitored patient progress and updated care plans to reflect changing needs.
- Developed individualized care plans with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.
- Collaborated with physicians, families, and healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive quality care.
- Educate patients and families on medications, safety protocols, and symptom management strategies.
- Educated patients and families on wound care, hygiene, and healing routines.
- Classified wounds by evaluating type and severity during assessments. using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
Registered Nurse
Praxis Alzheimer's Facility
Easton , PA
11.2006 - 01.2015
- Assessed clinical situations quickly and accurately, applying critical thinking skills to inform timely interventions.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and facility staff to address resident needs, enhancing overall well-being.
- Responded to health emergencies and followed facility infection control protocols.
- Provided support to residents experiencing confusion and agitation, promoting their well-being. experiencing confusion and agitation during personal care routines, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Documented symptoms, treatments, and behavior changes in patient records.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
Allentown, PA
06.2008 - 10.2010
- Delivered direct patient care, including medication administration, treatment implementation, and education for patients and families.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, while adhering to hospital protocols to optimize care quality.
- Delivered bedside nursing care across Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest units.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and updates in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Easton Hospital
Easton , pa
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Administered medications according to physician orders and unit protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Assessed patient status and updated nursing documentation in charts.
- Responded to telemetry alarms and urgent patient condition changes.
- Provided IV therapy to ensure effective patient hydration and medication delivery., wound care, and post-procedure nursing support.
- Addressed acute pain by administering appropriate medications and monitoring effects. crises using appropriate pharmacological agents while monitoring side effects.
- Observed, evaluated, and documented patient symptoms and reactions to inform care plans and improve patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-2006
Minor - Psychology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-2006
Skills
- Care plan development
- Wound assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic charting
- Emergency response
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Clear communication
- Team leadership
- Clinical decision making
- Staff supervision
Certification
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse Unit Manager
Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab
08.2021 - 09.2026
Registered Nurse/Weekend House Supervisor
Gardens Memory Care
01.2018 - 08.2021
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager/Wound Care Specialist
Bayada Home Health
01.2015 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
06.2008 - 10.2010
Registered Nurse
Praxis Alzheimer's Facility
11.2006 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Easton Hospital
06.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Minor - Psychology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania