SARAH HUFFMAN RN
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with a strong background in care coordination and patient advocacy. Known for implementing effective strategies that improve patient outcomes through education and community resource connections. Seeking to leverage clinical expertise and leadership experience in skilled nursing and home health settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ashland-Boyd County Health Department
Ashland, Kentucky
07.2022 - 08.2026
- Developed individualized care plans to address specific needs of patients and families, enhancing overall care experience.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management, nutrition, breastfeeding, and preventive care to promote wellness and empower self-management.
- Connected patients with community resources, facilitating access to services that improved health outcomes.
- Complete accurate clinical documentation while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
Director of Memory Care
South Port Square
Port Charlotte, Florida
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated comprehensive care with physicians, hospice, therapy, pharmacy, and home health providers to ensure continuity and effectiveness.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to implement strategies that enhanced resident outcomes.
- Conducted resident assessments and developed individualized care plans to enhance quality of care.
- Maintained compliance with Florida Assisted Living regulations.
- Port Charlotte, Florida
Licensed Practical Nurse
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Anchorage, Alaska
10.2016 - 12.2021
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and administered medications to ensure effective treatment plans.
- Coordinated care for patients with multiple chronic illnesses, enhancing their management and quality of life.
- Educated patients regarding medications and disease management.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care in primary care and specialty clinics to support patient health outcomes.
Home Health Care Coordinator, LPN
United Hospital Center
Bridgeport, Washington
06.2014 - 10.2016
- Coordinated home health services post-hospital discharge to ensure seamless transition to home care.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments to identify specific home care needs and enhance care planning.
- Collaborated with physicians to secure timely home health orders, facilitating prompt initiation of care.
- Coordinated skilled nursing, therapy, and ancillary services.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Allied Service Skilled Nursing
Scranton, Pennsylvania
06.2008 - 10.2016
- Delivered skilled nursing care for geriatric and rehabilitation patients, including ventilator, trach, wound, catheter, and g-tube care to enhance patient recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, empowering them to make informed health decisions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
Scranton, Pennsylvania
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Delivered skilled nursing care for geriatric and pediatric patients, including ventilator, trach, wound, catheter, and g-tube care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Assessed and monitored patients' chronic medical conditions during home visits, facilitating timely interventions and adjustments to care plans.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medications, disease management, and safety practices, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Provided skilled nursing visits in patients' homes.
Education
Registered Nurse Program, diploma - Nursing
Collins Career Technical Center
Chesapeake, OH01-2026
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northern Tier Career Center
Towanda, PA01-1999
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- Care coordination
- Clinical documentation compliance
- Patient assessment
- Health education
- Patient advocacy
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Compact Multistate License
- Florida CORE Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ashland-Boyd County Health Department
07.2022 - 08.2026
Director of Memory Care
South Port Square
12.2021 - 06.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
10.2016 - 12.2021
Home Health Care Coordinator, LPN
United Hospital Center
06.2014 - 10.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Allied Service Skilled Nursing
06.2008 - 10.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
01.2000 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse Program, diploma - Nursing
Collins Career Technical Center
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northern Tier Career Center