Sarah Ijidakinro
Avenel,NJ
Summary
Newly graduated Nurse Practitioner and seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record of excellent critical thinking and compassionate care. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient satisfaction through expert administration of treatments and personalized care. Skilled in EMR/EHR and fostering patient education, consistently advocating for patient health and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Overlook Medical Center
09.2022 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Utilized EPIC to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hackensack University Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Registered Nurse
New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
San Diego, CA04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Sandy Springs, GA08.2017
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical Thinking
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection Control
- Delegation and Motivation
- Documentation
- Decision-Making
- EMR / EHR
- Chronic Disease Management
- Treatment Preparation
Accomplishments
Daisy nomination
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner, Certified(AANP)
Certified Medical Surgical Nurse (MEDSURG-BC)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Overlook Medical Center
09.2022 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center
07.2022 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hackensack University Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2018 - 02.2019
Family Nurse Practitioner, Certified(AANP)
Certified Medical Surgical Nurse (MEDSURG-BC)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
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