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Sarah E. Larson

Lakeville,MN

Summary

Compassionate Pediatric Registered Nurse with experience in providing high-quality patient care in both hospital and outpatient settings. Strengths include strong clinical skills, ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, and adaptability to fast-paced environments. Demonstrated ability to implement effective treatment plans and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams, with attention to detail to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Oncology Infusion Clinic

M Health Fairview Cancer Center
Burnsville, MN
03.2015 - 05.2022
  • Administration of chemotherapy, antibiotics, monoclonal antibodies, blood products, injections, and associated medications.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Assisted in emergency procedures and provided critical care support to stabilize patients in high-stress situations.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Provided comprehensive emotional support and comfort to families, navigating challenging healthcare circumstances.

Registered Nurse, Specialty Infusion and Procedure Center

University of Minnesota Physicians
Minneapolis, MN
10.2011 - 03.2015
  • Coordinate and provide post-op follow-up care for solid organ transplantation patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, ensuring understanding and compliance with recovery strategies.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.

Registered Nurse, Short Stay Unit/Diagnostic Treatment Center

Children’s Hospital & Clinics
Minneapolis, MN
06.2007 - 10.2011
  • Coordinated family-centered nursing care for infants, children, and adolescents in outpatient and inpatient settings.
  • Led nursing unit as Charge Nurse, fostering a collaborative environment and guiding new staff through training processes.
  • Managed critical care responsibilities, including sedation equipment setup and airway management. Conducted EKG monitoring and patient assessments during procedures with propofol, chloral hydrate, Versed, and/or nitrous oxide.
  • Oversaw Phase 2 recovery and medical observation to ensure patient safety.
  • Administered IV infusions of Remicade, IVIG, blood products, and chemotherapy while ensuring proper monitoring.

Registered Nurse, 6th Floor (Medical/Surgical Unit)

Children’s Hospital & Clinics
12.2005 - 06.2007
  • Care of children with acute medical or surgical issues relating to neurology and urology concerns.
  • Competencies in IV insertions, such as central lines, PICC, ports, peripheral IV placement, and infusion devices.
  • Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within the facility.

Student Nurse Intern

Children’s Hospital & Clinics
06.2004 - 08.2004
  • Performed duties of registered nurse under guidance of nurse preceptor in medical-surgical unit.
  • Acquired knowledge of procedures and protocols to ensure compliance.
  • Followed established charting formats to maintain accurate patient records.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mayo Clinic: Charter House
Rochester, MN
06.2002 - 06.2004
  • Provided nursing assistance to nursing staff by answering call lights, feeding, bathing, clothing and helping with other daily life activities on a supportive care floor, three different assisted living floors and a skilled nursing unit.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Nursing

Gustavus Adolphus College
St. Peter, MN
05.2005

Skills

  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Leadership and Mentorship
  • Patient education and support
  • Critical care expertise
  • Chemotherapy/IV therapy administration
  • Electronic health records management





Training

  • Expired but willing to recertify in any and all:
  • American Red Cross Basic Life Support Certified (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certified (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified (PALS)
  • Chemotherapy Certified
  • Advance sedation
  • Nitrous oxide delivery for sedation

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Oncology Infusion Clinic

M Health Fairview Cancer Center
03.2015 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse, Specialty Infusion and Procedure Center

University of Minnesota Physicians
10.2011 - 03.2015

Registered Nurse, Short Stay Unit/Diagnostic Treatment Center

Children’s Hospital & Clinics
06.2007 - 10.2011

Registered Nurse, 6th Floor (Medical/Surgical Unit)

Children’s Hospital & Clinics
12.2005 - 06.2007

Student Nurse Intern

Children’s Hospital & Clinics
06.2004 - 08.2004

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mayo Clinic: Charter House
06.2002 - 06.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Nursing

Gustavus Adolphus College

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