Sarah J LaTampa
Akron Children's Hospital
Tallmadge,OH
5
years of professional experience
Dedicated nursing professional with experience in acute care and ambulatory nursing setting, seeking position as a wound care nurse with Western Reserve Hospital. Strong background in patient assessment, monitoring skin integrity, infection prevention, and patient education. Compassionate and vigilant, motivated to learn and implement the tasks as a wound care nurse.
Work History
School Health PRN Float
2 Months- Demonstrated self-motivation by consistently completing tasks without supervision.
- Adapted quickly to fast-paced work settings by prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
District RN
1 Year- Delivered direct nursing care to students with acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring health and safety within the school environment
- Instructed students and staff in first aid, CPR, and Stop the Bleed protocols to enhance emergency preparedness
- Supervise a medical assistant in the school system and ensure safe delegation of tasks
- Executed organizational skills in school clinic, maintaining accurate and timely documentation for student health records
- Educate students and staff on first aid, CPR and Stop the Bleed
- Akron Children's Hospital, Akron, OH
Registered Nurse Staff Nurse, 7 Medical
11 Months- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to acute care patients in a medical-surgical setting
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and monitored condition changes to ensure timely interventions
- Administered wound care and monitored skin integrity to promote healing and prevent infections
- Educated patients and caregivers on wound care, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
- Instructed patients and caregivers on wound care, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions to enhance understanding and compliance
- Documented patient care accurately in the EMR
Nursing Student Tech
1 Year 1 Month- Supported registered nurses in delivering direct patient care and monitoring vital signs to ensure patient safety
- Promptly responded to patient call lights, effectively addressing needs to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction
- Recorded patient activity and vital signs to maintain accurate health records and facilitate informed clinical decisions
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, feeding, toileting, and ambulating
Education
Bachelor of science - Nursing
- Dean's List (5 Semesters)
- President's List (2 Semesters)
- Cum Laude Graduate
- Outstanding Student Award for nursing cohort.
- GPA: 3.5/4.0
Skills
Customer service
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Team collaboration
Verbal communication
Active listening
Task prioritization
Time management
Flexibility
Multitasking
Dependability
Empathy in Care
Clinical Experience
- Sr Practicum & Nurse Leadership — Mercy Medical Center, Canton, OH — Spring 2023
- Nursing Families with Children — Akron Children's Hospital, Akron OH — Spring 2023
- Nursing of Complex Situations — Summa Health Systems, Akron, OH — Fall 2022
- Nursing of Communities — Grace House, Akron, OH (Summa) — Fall 2022
- Mental Health Nursing — Akron General Medical Center, Akron, OH — Spring 2022
Timeline
School Health PRN Float
Akron Children's Hospital
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
District RN
Windham Exempted Village School District
07.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Registered Nurse Staff Nurse, 7 Medical
Akron Children's Hospital
11.2023 - 10.2024Read More
Nursing Student Tech
Summa Health Systems
05.2021 - 06.2022Read More
The University of Akron
Bachelor of science from Nursing
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