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Sarah Flores

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Experienced and patient-oriented nurse with a diverse background in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Proficient in multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Specialized expertise in Ortho Medical-Surgical specialty. Dedicated to providing exceptional care and ensuring positive patient outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Spring Valley Hospital and Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
  • Utilized evidence-based practices such as meaningful hourly rounding and bedside shift report to ensure patient safety and improve patient experience scores through quality care
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies. i.e. recipient of a "Good Catch" Award
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Provided direct bed side care including: pain management, administering medications, wound care, specimen collections, emergent code situations, etc. to 6-7 patients on a post-op medical-surgical unit
  • Conveyed discharge information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Nevada State College

Nursing Assistant Certification -

College of Southern Nevada

Skills

  • Student and New Hire Precepting
  • Cerner
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
  • Multicultural Competency
  • Regulatory/ HIPPA compliance
  • Strong Clinical Judgement
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient/ Family Education
  • Integrated Health Care Delivery

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Spring Valley Hospital

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Spring Valley Hospital and Medical Center
02.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Nevada State College

Nursing Assistant Certification -

College of Southern Nevada
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Spring Valley Hospital
Sarah Flores