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Sarah Jones

Thief River Falls,MN

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Sanford Medical Center, excelling in patient assessment and care coordination. Proven ability to advocate for patients while ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in medication administration and effective communication, fostering strong relationships with patients and families to enhance care outcomes. Committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Sanford Medical Center
Thief River Falls, MN
05.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sanford Medical Center
Thief River Falls, MN
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.

Sales Representative

Sanford Equip
Thief River Falls, MN
02.2019 - 03.2022
  • Answered inquiries from prospective customers regarding features of products and services offered.
  • Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
  • Negotiated deals and handled complaints or objections.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs
Lawton, OK
12.2010 - 12.2018
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls
05-2024

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse

Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls
05-2022

High School Diploma -

Clearbrook-Gonvick
Clearbrook, MN
05-2005

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Infection control
  • Medication administration
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Patient education
  • Care coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Time management abilities

Accomplishments

  • Phi-Theta Kappa Honor Society

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Sanford Medical Center
05.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sanford Medical Center
03.2022 - 05.2024

Sales Representative

Sanford Equip
02.2019 - 03.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs
12.2010 - 12.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Northland Community And Technical College

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse

Northland Community And Technical College

High School Diploma -

Clearbrook-Gonvick

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