Sarah Gearey
Backus,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse adept in medication administration and emergency response, noted for robust patient assessment skills and impactful healthcare communication, fostering high-quality patient care and safety in diverse healthcare environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethany Good Samaritan Center Nursing Home
Brainerd, Minnesota
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Administered medications to residents per prescribed schedules.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake/output levels, and glucose results.
- Performed physical assessments, documenting vital signs and health histories.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure quality care delivery.
- Participated in training sessions to advance nursing skills and knowledge.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lakewood Health System
Staples, Minnesota
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered medications to residents per prescribed schedules, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health record systems to support continuity of care.
- Educated residents and families on health management strategies and individualized care plans.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and expand knowledge base.
- Observed patients' conditions, reporting any notable changes to registered nurse or physician promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake, output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results diligently.
- Followed infection control policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Samaritan Society
Pine River, Minnesota
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Weekend Warrior, Charge Nurse, 12-hour shifts.
- Administered medications and treatment protocols effectively while monitoring patient responses.
- Regularly assessed vital signs, fluid intake/output, glucose levels, and relevant medical tests.
- Collaborated with patients, families, and healthcare teams on care strategies.
- Performed comprehensive patient rounds to track health status improvements.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Coordinated with on-call doctors for immediate attention to weekend medical issues.
- Observed physical and emotional changes in patients to facilitate timely care adjustments.
- Promoted a safety culture by identifying and reporting potential risks diligently.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Essentia Health Family Practice
Pine River, Minnesota
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Delivered high-quality nursing care, adhering to established protocols and facility standards.
- Managed emergency situations promptly, ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to develop and modify patient care plans effectively.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation in electronic medical record system.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating concerns to supervisors.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with illness or injury.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Living Center
Park Rapids, Minnesota
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Administered medications to residents per prescribed schedules.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality care delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Educated residents and families on health management and care plans.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Astera Health
Wadena, Minnesota
10.2013 - 12.2018
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care, including medication administration and therapy as per physician orders.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to enhance patient care and improve response times.
- Assessed patient needs, modified care plans, and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Collected vital signs, addressed patient complaints, and documented health information accurately.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to boost patient care outcomes.
- Coordinated specialty service referrals and scheduled follow-up appointments with providers.
- Promoted patient safety through proper identification, reporting, and documentation processes.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Wadena, MN12-2013
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MNSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records management
- Patient assessment and education
- Care plan coordination
- Healthcare communication
- Infection control compliance
- Emergency response management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Emotional support and mental health assistance
- Immunization administration
- Intake documentation
- Family communication strategies
- Preventive care practices
- End-of-life care support
- HIPAA compliance
- Incident documentation
- Compassionate patient care
- Staff direction and delegation
- Clinical documentation skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethany Good Samaritan Center Nursing Home
10.2024 - 10.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lakewood Health System
12.2023 - 06.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Samaritan Society
05.2023 - 12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Essentia Health Family Practice
10.2021 - 10.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Living Center
01.2019 - 10.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Astera Health
10.2013 - 12.2018
LPN - Practical Nursing
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Central Lakes College